Make sure that the specified systems Systems in buildings that are vital to the safe use of the building, e.g. fire safety systems, lifts and ventilation systems. you have installed in your building are in good working order so that the building is safe for the public and occupants to use.
You need to make sure that people can use your building without any risk to their health and safety.
If you use or permit the use of a building that is not safe or sanitary or has inadequate means of escape from fire, you will commit an offence. This offence carries a fine of up to $100,000.
If you do not get a compliance schedule, you may have to pay a maximum fine of $20,000 and a further $2000 for every day if you continue to offend.
We can also issue instant fines ranging from $250 to $1000.
Contact us if you are unsure whether you need a compliance schedule.
You need to apply for:
When we are satisfied that all specified systems are functional and fit for purpose, we will issue a compliance schedule Issued by council. Lists the inspection, maintenance and reporting procedures for certain systems and features in a building (e.g. lifts, fire alarms, air conditioning) to ensure their continued safety of operation. Compliance schedules are not required for single residential dwellings. with a compliance schedule statement. This statement:
After one year, you must replace the statement with a Building Warrant of Fitness (BWOF).
If you have specified systems in your building, you must have a compliance schedule.
If you want to make any changes to the compliance schedule, you will need to apply to amend it.
Some specified systems are a building code requirement and cannot be decommissioned. If you do make changes to the specified systems, you will need to amend the compliance schedule.
If you want to change the use of your building, you must let us know.
