Do I need a council permit for a deck or pergola?
Depending on the type of pergola you intend to build, you may need to apply for specific permission to build. Find out when you're...
Decking regulations
Depending on where you're building your decking, you may need to build in a certain way, choose special materials or restrict your plans. Bushfire...
Standard door sizes
Find out how regulations affect the sizes and shapes of the doors you install in your home, and why these regulations exist.
Most doors...
Door regulations
In most cases you'll have plenty of freedom to choose and arrange doors - but in some circumstances - particularly if your house is...
Fire door regulations
Fire doors are an important safety measure, and are required in homes used for commercial purposes, like those which feature a storefront or bed...
Height and position of power points
Regulations exist in Australia to ensure that power points (or GPOs) are installed safely and sensibly. Learn more about where power points should be...
Outdoor fittings and cabling
Electrical systems installed outside may be exposed to the elements, so it's vital that appropriately weatherproofed equipment is used. Find out what the law...
Safety switch laws and requirements
The law in Australia now requires that all homes be fitted with safety switches (also called residual current devices or RCDs). Learn more about...
Rebates for solar panels
State and federal governments currently offer significant rebates for solar electricity installations. Find out how these are regulated, how the rebates work, and what...
Safety certificates for electrical work
For all work done by an electrician in Australia, you should obtain an electrical compliance certificate. Find out what a compliance certificate is, how...