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This Buyers Guide & Checklist has been prepared to ensure you know the legal requirements when building a shed or garage.

The ‘Checklist Questions’ (to ask your shed retailer) have been included to assist with your selection.

Building a shed or garage may seem like a straightforward task, but you should be aware of the legalities that may adversely impact on you.

Most domestic sheds or garages require a building permit. Some constructions with a floor area of less than 10m2 may be exempt.

If a building permit is required and the building work (inc. supply and installation) costs more than $5000, you must enter into a contract with a registered building practitioner to carry out the work. Do not submit an owner-builder application if you intend to engage one builder to do all the building work – you will not qualify as an ‘owner-builder’. Instead, the builder will need to use their building registration number on the application before approval will be granted.

Engaging an unregistered building practitioner may void the validity of any Domestic Building Insurance you obtain or the Owner-Builder Warranty Insurance you are required to provide when selling your property.

Be wary of shed companies insisting you be an ‘owner-builder’. Be aware that as an ‘owner-builder’, if you sell your property within 6½ years of completion of the work you must have the building inspected and provide a report to the purchaser. You are also responsible for providing warranty insurance to the new owner if you sell within 6 years of completion of the work.

Entering into arrangements with shed retailers who suggest that you become an ‘owner-builder’ but manage the project for you (organising builders and plumbers) may be putting you at risk.

Plumbing work (roof and gutters) must be carried out by a registered or licensed plumber.

Make sure you familiarise your-self with the risks detailed in the Owner-Builder Application Kit (44 pages) available on the Victorian Building Authority website (www.vba.vic.gov.au).

* The condensed information in this ‘Buyers Guide & Checklist’ has been sourced from the Victorian Building Authority (www.vba.vic.gov.au) and the Ranbuild ‘Ethical Guidelines’.

“Do not sign the building permit as an ‘owner-builder’ unless you intend to take full responsibility for the project.”

- Consumer Affairs Victoria

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Did you know, as an ‘owner-builder’, if you sell your property within 61/2 years of completion of the work, you must have the building inspected and provide a report to the purchaser. You are also responsible for providing warranty insurance to the new owner if you sell within 61/2 years of completion of the work.

Entering into arrangement with shed retailers who suggest that you become an ‘owner-builder’ but manage the project for you (organising builders and plumbers) is putting you at risk.

Make sure you familiarise yourself with the VBA Owner Builder regulations to ensure you are aware of your obligations and risk associated with being an owner builder.

DBL 30169 CBL 36343

BUYERS GUIDE & CHECKLIST*BUYERS GUIDE & CHECKLIST*

This Buyers Guide & Checklist has been prepared to ensure you know the legal requirements when building a shed or garage.

The ‘Checklist Questions’ (to ask your shed retailer) have been included to assist with your selection.

Building a shed or garage may seem like a straightforward task, but you should be aware of the legalities that may adversely impact on you.

Most domestic sheds or garages require a building permit. Some constructions with a floor area of less than 10m2 may be exempt.

If a building permit is required and the building work (inc. supply and installation) costs more than $5000, you must enter into a contract with a registered building practitioner to carry out the work. Do not submit an owner-builder application if you intend to engage one builder to do all the building work – you will not qualify as an ‘owner-builder’. Instead, the builder will need to use their building registration number on the application before approval will be granted.

Engaging an unregistered building practitioner may void the validity of any Domestic Building Insurance you obtain or the Owner-Builder Warranty Insurance you are required to provide when selling your property.

Be wary of shed companies insisting you be an ‘owner-builder’. Be aware that as an ‘owner-builder’, if you sell your property within 6½ years of completion of the work you must have the building inspected and provide a report to the purchaser. You are also responsible for providing warranty insurance to the new owner if you sell within 6 years of completion of the work.

Entering into arrangements with shed retailers who suggest that you become an ‘owner-builder’ but manage the project for you (organising builders and plumbers) may be putting you at risk.

Plumbing work (roof and gutters) must be carried out by a registered or licensed plumber.

Make sure you familiarise your-self with the risks detailed in the Owner-Builder Application Kit (44 pages) available on the Victorian Building Authority website (www.vba.vic.gov.au).

* The condensed information in this ‘Buyers Guide & Checklist’ has been sourced from the Victorian Building Authority (www.vba.vic.gov.au) and the Ranbuild ‘Ethical Guidelines’.

“Do not sign the building permit as an ‘owner-builder’ unless you intend to take full responsibility for the project.”

- Consumer Affairs Victoria

Ask the CHECKLIST QUESTIONS.

BUYERS GUIDE & CHECKLIST*BUYERS GUIDE & CHECKLIST*

First things first • Will I have to be an ‘owner-builder’ or can I use your building number?• Do you have a display site so I can see building examples?

Pricing & Payments • Can you provide a fixed price (not estimated) for the complete concrete and construction works? • Do I pay you for the concrete and construction or are payments made direct to contractors?• Does the price include clean-up of site and removal of left over steel/rubbish?

Plans & Permits • Will the construction be designed for my specific location?• Can you obtain the required building permits on my behalf?• Will you arrange the necessary building inspections?

Insurance • Does the price include Domestic Building Insurance?

Materials • Is the framing supplied by Bluescope Steel or imported? • Is the cladding ColourBond® or ZincAlume® supplied by Bluescope Steel? Construction • Is the company taking full responsibility for the construction project?• Are the works being completed by professional concretors?• Are the works being completed by a registered building practitioner?• Are the works being completed by a licensed or registered plumber?• Do the personal access doors open 180 degrees?

Warranties • Does the shed or garage have a warranty backed by Bluescope Steel?• What is the warranty on the roller doors?• Is the supplier ‘Shedsafe’ accredited (refer www.shedsafe.com.au)?

Problems • Can I make one phone call to you to resolve any issue during the construction process or will I need to discuss concrete/construction issues with other contractors?

CHECKLIST QUESTIONSThese are the important questions to ask your shed or garage supplier to enable you to determine the quality of the product and service offered.

If you are happy with the answers you receive from these questions...You know you have a shed or garage company working in your best interests.

125 Breen Street BENDIGO 03 5442 8266820 LaTrobe Street BALLARAT 03 5336 2366

7982 GV. Highway SHEPPARTON 03 5823 2868www.outdoorsteelsolutions.com.au

820 LaTrobe Street BALLARAT 5336 2366

125 Breen Street BENDIGO 5442 8266

109 White Street KILMORE 4701 0800

7982 Goulburn Valley Highway SHEPPARTON 5823 2868 Registered Builders

DBL 30169 CBL 36343

BUYERS GUIDE & CHECKLIST*BUYERS GUIDE & CHECKLIST*

This Buyers Guide & Checklist has been prepared to ensure you know the legal requirements when building a shed or garage.

The ‘Checklist Questions’ (to ask your shed retailer) have been included to assist with your selection.

Building a shed or garage may seem like a straightforward task, but you should be aware of the legalities that may adversely impact on you.

Most domestic sheds or garages require a building permit. Some constructions with a floor area of less than 10m2 may be exempt.

If a building permit is required and the building work (inc. supply and installation) costs more than $5000, you must enter into a contract with a registered building practitioner to carry out the work. Do not submit an owner-builder application if you intend to engage one builder to do all the building work – you will not qualify as an ‘owner-builder’. Instead, the builder will need to use their building registration number on the application before approval will be granted.

Engaging an unregistered building practitioner may void the validity of any Domestic Building Insurance you obtain or the Owner-Builder Warranty Insurance you are required to provide when selling your property.

Be wary of shed companies insisting you be an ‘owner-builder’. Be aware that as an ‘owner-builder’, if you sell your property within 6½ years of completion of the work you must have the building inspected and provide a report to the purchaser. You are also responsible for providing warranty insurance to the new owner if you sell within 6 years of completion of the work.

Entering into arrangements with shed retailers who suggest that you become an ‘owner-builder’ but manage the project for you (organising builders and plumbers) may be putting you at risk.

Plumbing work (roof and gutters) must be carried out by a registered or licensed plumber.

Make sure you familiarise your-self with the risks detailed in the Owner-Builder Application Kit (44 pages) available on the Victorian Building Authority website (www.vba.vic.gov.au).

* The condensed information in this ‘Buyers Guide & Checklist’ has been sourced from the Victorian Building Authority (www.vba.vic.gov.au) and the Ranbuild ‘Ethical Guidelines’.

“Do not sign the building permit as an ‘owner-builder’ unless you intend to take full responsibility for the project.”

- Consumer Affairs Victoria

Ask the CHECKLIST QUESTIONS.

BUYERS GUIDE& CHECKLIST*

1. Does the supplier offer a “Turn Key Solution”?

2. Do they offer a fixed price contract?

3. Does the company directly employ their own trades people?

4. Is all framing & cladding supplied by Bluescope®?

5. Does the supplier offer a warranty up to 36-years?

6. Are their sheds Shedsafe® accredited & will your insurance company cover them?

7. Do they include delivery & unloading as part of their price?

8. Do they project manage the entire job from start to finish?

9. Do they take full responsibility for insurances during construction?

10. Do they apply for, and complete all paperwork relating to any permits required?

11. Do they clean up the site and sweep out the shed when finished?

12. Is the owner of the company a “Registered Builder”?

13. Can the shed supplier provide proof of Domestic Builders Licence?

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First things first • Will I have to be an ‘owner-builder’ or can I use your building number?• Do you have a display site so I can see building examples?

Pricing & Payments • Can you provide a fixed price (not estimated) for the complete concrete and construction works? • Do I pay you for the concrete and construction or are payments made direct to contractors?• Does the price include clean-up of site and removal of left over steel/rubbish?

Plans & Permits • Will the construction be designed for my specific location?• Can you obtain the required building permits on my behalf?• Will you arrange the necessary building inspections?

Insurance • Does the price include Domestic Building Insurance?

Materials • Is the framing supplied by Bluescope Steel or imported? • Is the cladding ColourBond® or ZincAlume® supplied by Bluescope Steel? Construction • Is the company taking full responsibility for the construction project?• Are the works being completed by professional concretors?• Are the works being completed by a registered building practitioner?• Are the works being completed by a licensed or registered plumber?• Do the personal access doors open 180 degrees?

Warranties • Does the shed or garage have a warranty backed by Bluescope Steel?• What is the warranty on the roller doors?• Is the supplier ‘Shedsafe’ accredited (refer www.shedsafe.com.au)?

Problems • Can I make one phone call to you to resolve any issue during the construction process or will I need to discuss concrete/construction issues with other contractors?

CHECKLIST QUESTIONSThese are the important questions to ask your shed or garage supplier to enable you to determine the quality of the product and service offered.

If you are happy with the answers you receive from these questions...You know you have a shed or garage company working in your best interests.

125 Breen Street BENDIGO 03 5442 8266820 LaTrobe Street BALLARAT 03 5336 2366

7982 GV. Highway SHEPPARTON 03 5823 2868www.outdoorsteelsolutions.com.au

USE THIS FREE CHECKLIST AS YOUR GUIDEThese important questions should be answered by your Shed Builder.

This will assist in determining the quality of the products they use and the service they provide.