Building Certifiers Canberra
Experienced building certifiers in Canberra. Reliable, efficient approvals for residential and commercial developments across the ACT.
CBS Building Surveyors provide expert building certification services throughout Canberra and surrounding suburbs, helping ensure your project meets all ACT building regulations. Backed by over 20 years of experience, we streamline the approval process to keep your residential or commercial build on schedule and within budget.
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Building Certifiers Canberra
At CBS Building Surveyors, we’re dedicated to providing efficient, professional, and reliable certification services tailored to the needs of homeowners, builders, and developers throughout Canberra. Our team of ACT Licensed Building Certifiers brings extensive local expertise and decades of experience navigating the ACT’s planning rules, building regulations, and environmental requirements.
We work closely with authorities such as the ACT Planning and Land Authority (ACTPLA) and the National Capital Authority (NCA) to ensure full compliance with local and federal planning frameworks—particularly important for developments within designated areas or subject to national oversight.
From inner-city developments and large-scale residential estates to public, commercial, and single residential projects, our knowledge ensures your project runs smoothly. We prioritise safety, design compliance, and sustainability at every stage. By simplifying the approval process and minimising delays, CBS Building Surveyors help you move forward with confidence. Our mission is to keep your Canberra project compliant, on schedule, and stress-free from start to finish.
Expert guidance on NCC and BCA compliance, performance solutions, and regulatory interpretation to support your design and approval process.
Building Code of Australia Consultants
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Fast, compliant approvals for shopping centres, warehouses, retail fitouts, office fit outs and other commercial projects across Canberra.
Commercial Building
Approvals
Efficient approvals for new homes, additions & alterations, granny flats, duplexes, & multi-dwelling developments. End-to-end support to keep your project on time & compliant.
Residential Building
Approvals
We deliver expert support in building code compliance for government projects, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulatory standards across all stages of development.
Government
Projects
Canberra, ACT & Surrounds: Local Building Considerations
Canberra projects come with their own regulatory considerations for owners, builders and developers:
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Bushfire-Prone Areas: While many urban suburbs are unaffected, Canberra’s outer regions, such as Tuggeranong, Weston Creek, and parts of Gungahlin, may fall within designated bushfire-prone zones, requiring Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) assessments and compliance.
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Multi-Residential Developments: In the ACT, multi-dwelling developments often require Unit Title Assessments under the Unit Titles Act 2001, adding an additional layer of complexity during planning and certification.
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Environmental & Design Standards: The ACT places a strong emphasis on energy efficiency, water sustainability, and landscaping requirements, particularly in new suburban developments. Meeting these standards is essential for timely approvals
At CBS Building Surveyors, we understand the nuances of the ACT’s planning and building environment. Our team has the local knowledge and experience needed to navigate Canberra’s regulatory landscape with ease. We help simplify approval processes, avoid unnecessary delays, and ensure full compliance, so your project can move forward with confidence.
Why Choose CBS for Building Certification in Canberra?
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Local Expertise: We understand Canberra’s unique building regulations, including requirements for bushfire-prone areas, heritage precincts, and environmentally sustainable developments.
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Fast & Reliable Approvals: Our streamlined processes help minimise delays in securing the certifications your project needs.
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Accredited & Experienced: Fully licensed by Access Canberra and accredited by the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors (AIBS).
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Personalised Service: Tailored support and expert advice for homeowners, builders, and developers across the ACT.
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Quality Management System in accordance with AS/NZS ISO 9001-2015, ensuring high-quality work through internal audits and we are working towards ISO9001 certification.
CBS Offices in Canberra
Lvl 1, 53 Bowman Street
Macquarie ACT 2614
(02) 6253 9911
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Service Areas
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Canberra Central
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Inner North and Inner South
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Belconnen
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Gungahlin
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Tuggeranong
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Woden Valley
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Weston Creek
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Molonglo Valley
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City (Civic)
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Fyshwick
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Hume
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Symonston
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Beard
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Oaks Estate
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​Mitchell​​​
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We acknowledge the Ngunnawal and Ngambri people as the Traditional Custodians of the Canberra region with a continued cultural, spiritual and historical connection to the area.
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Pialligo
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Majura
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Phillip
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Kingston
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Braddon
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Manuka
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Dickson
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Narrabundah
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Watson
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Lyneham
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Curtin
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Holt
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Kaleen
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Greenway
Building Approvals Canberra, ACT
We offer comprehensive building, certification, and consultancy services to ensure that your project meets all the legal requirements.
DA
Exemptions
We assist homeowners, builders, and developers with navigating Development Application (DA) Exemptions under ACT planning laws. Our team identifies whether your project qualifies for an exemption, prepares the required documentation, and ensures full compliance with ACTPLA guidelines—saving you time, cost, and unnecessary paperwork.
BCA Compliance
Reports
We provide BCA Compliance Reports for both new and existing buildings to ensure your project follows the latest Australian building standards.
Access
Consultancy
We provide expert access consultancy, collaborating with architects and stakeholders. We review plans for compliance and can advise on accessible design (when not acting as your certifier) ensuring compliance with relevant standards and requirements.
Building
Consultancy
When not acting as your Certifier, we can provide you with tailored guidance as National Construction Code (NCC) specialists. Beyond identifying compliance issues, we suggest practical and compliant solutions, including upgrade strategies where necessary. Our expertise extends to both new and existing buildings, helping you navigate compliance challenges and offering actionable solutions to meet regulatory standards
Unit Title
Assessment Reports
We offer a one-stop shop for Unit Title Assessment Reports, undertaking inspections and collating required documentation, ensuring regulatory compliance for dual-occupancies to multi-unit developments ready for submission.
Meet Our Team.
CBS Building Surveyors provides expert building certification and surveying services across the ACT and NSW. With a team of 20 professionals including accredited Building Surveyors, Inspectors, technical assessors, and admin staff, we ensure projects meet compliance requirements efficiently.
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Backed by 20+ years of experience, we deliver professional, personalised service for everything from DA exemptions to BCA compliance.
Let our team support your next project with expert guidance and a seamless approval process.
Our structure and experience enable us to provide either personalised service or a project team approach, depending on the needs and preferences of our clients.
Dave Delchau
Director & Principal Building Surveyor
Whether you’re building a new home, commercial property, or working on a heritage listed site, CBS Building Surveyors are here to assist with all your building certification needs in Canberra, ACT.
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Call us today on (02) 6253 9911 to discuss your project
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