Completing Your Project 

If your project required a Building Permit, you will need to notify the Shire of Capel once the project is complete.

Notice of Completion

Under the Building Act, the builder must notify the Shire of Capel within seven (7) days of completion of the work, or the stage of work, for which the permit was granted.

A BA7 Notice of Completion Form must be filled out and provided to the Shire of Capel.

The Shire of Capel may conduct an inspection.

The submission of a notice of completion does not authorise the occupancy of a Class 2 – Class 9 building for which an occupancy permit is required.

Commercial projects (Class 2-9 buildings) will require an Occupancy Permit prior to using the building. See ‘Occupancy Permit’ below for details.

Failure to submit a notice of completion attracts a penalty of up to $10,000.

Bins for New Builds

If you have recently finished building your new residential dwelling, you can order your bins. Your new refuse, recycling and green waste bins will be delivered to the footpath. 

You must be the owner of the property to order new bins. You can only order your bins if you have:

  • Recently finished building the dwelling
  • Submitted a BA7 Notice of Completion
  • Obtained a Permit to Use approval for an approved effluent disposal system. (if applicable)

Bin Request Form – New Bins for New Builds 

Occupancy Permit

An occupancy permit (BA9 form) is required for Class 2-9 buildings.

Your Building Surveyor Contractor needs to provide a Certificate of Construction Compliance (CCC), and any certificates you have as part of the building work. The owner is the person responsible to apply for the Occupancy Permit, but the builder may apply on the owners behalf.

Some exemptions apply for small alterations and additions. Contact your Building Surveyor Contractor for details.

Swimming Pools

Swimming pools require a barrier certificate to be submitted with the BA7 Notice of Completion.

This can be provided by a contractor involved with your pool project.

Related Information

Building Commission Website