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Real estate auctions

A real estate auction is the process of buying and selling property by offering it to bidders at a forum conducted by a licensed auctioneer. Application for an auctioneer’s licence is made to the Magistrates Court of Western Australia . The property will be sold by an auctioneer to the bidder who...
Selling a property
21 Mar 2014

Buying land

Another option for building is to buy a block of land and build on the land at a later date. You should be aware that choosing a block of land can affect the cost of building and the design of house that will be possible to build. Making a good choice of block will depend on a number of factors,...
Buying a property
20 Mar 2014

Real estate contracts special conditions

Think carefully before s igning a contract for a n established property as t here is no requirement for a cooling-off period in WA. The bottom of the offer and acceptance contract has space for you and the seller to include terms (or special conditions) in the contract. If the seller has included...
Property contracts (offer and acceptance)
18 Mar 2014

Settlement date

Settlement date The settlement date is the deadline for all the promises made in the contract to be completed. If all the contract terms have been satisfied, Landgate (formerly the Department of Land Information) will, upon lodgement of the relevant documents and a fee, transfer the title in the...
Property contracts (offer and acceptance)
18 Mar 2014

What is a bond and how much can be charged?

A security bond is a payment made in advance by a tenant to cover any costs for which the tenant may be liable at the end of the tenancy, such as damage to the property or chattels, outstanding water usage charges or unpaid rent. When a tenant pays the bond, the lessor must give a receipt on the...
Bonds
18 Mar 2014

Rental forms and notices

There are a number of notices designed to help the landlord, property manager and tenant/s manage their rental property. If you do need to issue a notice, you must follow certain steps. Using notices and counting days pages cover the processes in more detail. If a tenancy issue develops, try to...
Notices and condition reports
18 Mar 2014

Real estate purchase price, deposit and finance term

The standard contract for buying real estate in Western Australia is often called an offer and acceptance contract. The offer and acceptance contract is in two physically separate, but equally important parts. The titles of each part of the contract are listed below. Contract for Sale of Land or...
Property contracts (offer and acceptance)
18 Mar 2014

Gas safety information

Gas is a safe and efficient source of energy when used properly. Gas appliances and installations incorporate in their designs safety features to protect people and property from malfunctions (usually with appliances). However, without proper installation and use, the potential exists for the...
Gas installations
05 Mar 2014

Outdoor gas appliances

Portable outdoor appliances such as gas heaters and barbecues are ideal for use outdoors. However, these appliances can present a danger of carbon monoxide poisoning if used indoors or in semi-enclosed areas. Safe locations for using gas barbecues and gas patio heaters This brochure is designed to...
Gas appliances
05 Mar 2014

Servicing gas appliances

Gas appliances, after installation, become part of the house and tend to be neglected and forgotten until something goes wrong or they stop working as they should. Like other machines, gas appliances become inefficient, unreliable and may even pose a safety hazard if not serviced regularly. ' For...
Gas appliances
05 Mar 2014

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Publications

Bond lodgement form

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If you are unable to use the online system you can download the Lodgement of security bond money form on this page. You can submit the completed form online , by post or in person.
Consumer Protection
Form – registration
20 Sep 2023

Declaration of no receipt trust funds - real estate and business agents

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Form last updated 6 July 2020 Who needs to complete this form? Real estate and business agents who did not receive any trust funds for the audit period may be required to lodge this declaration with...
Consumer Protection
Form – notification
14 Aug 2024

Change of auditor - Settlement agent

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Change of Auditor Request Settlement Agent
Consumer Protection
Form – notification
16 Aug 2019

European House Borer

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European House Borer (EHB) is a destructive pest of untreated, seasoned (dry), coniferous wood including pine, fir and spruce. This fact sheet provides information on what to look for and how to...
Building and Energy
Fact sheet
22 May 2014

Smoke alarms in dwellings for sale, rent or hire

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This fact sheet provides guidance about Western Australia’s smoke alarm laws requiring owners to have compliant smoke alarms in dwellings that are subject to transfer of ownership, rent or hire.
Building and Energy
Fact sheet
26 Jun 2024

Rules for pools and spas

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Rules for Pools and Spas is intended primarily for owners and occupiers as general guidance on the safety barrier requirements for swimming and spa pools in Western Australia. Rules for Pools and...
Building and Energy
Guide / handbook
24 Jul 2024

Roof coating – do you really need it?

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If you are planning to have your roof restored by coating or painting, this fact sheet will guide you through the most common problem areas.
Building and Energy
Fact sheet
22 May 2014

Building your new home – a checklist

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This booklet provides a guide to each stage of building or renovating your home.
Building and Energy
Brochure
16 May 2014

Building for better protection in bushfire areas

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This guide is provided to assist homeowners be aware of the regulated construction requirements and building standards for new homes and to assist those who wish to upgrade their existing homes for...
Building and Energy
Brochure
22 Oct 2015

Balconies and decks – a guide to maintenance

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This brochure will assist owners with the safety aspects of balconies, decks and other external structures which may be of a sufficient height above ground level to put family members and friends at...
Building and Energy
Brochure
16 May 2014

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Announcements

Northern suburbs builder cautioned over contract – Dwayne Alcock

The Building Services Board has issued a formal caution to a Mullaloo builder after his partner’s business entered into a contract to do a $300,000 commercial fit-out, but the registration and building approval documents were issued to him as an individual building contractor. In 2018, the City of Joondalup received a building permit application and a notice of completion that identified Dwayne...
Building and Energy
Media release
06 Aug 2020

Illegal appliances spark electrical safety alert and infringements

WA’s energy safety regulator is urging consumers, sellers and importers to check that household electrical equipment is approved for sale in Australia after two retail chains each received $5,000 fines for selling illegal and potentially hazardous lamps. Building and Energy issued the infringement notices after a site inspection revealed some Turkish-style lamps in the stores lacked the required...
Building and Energy
Media release
05 Aug 2020

Dangerous error costs electrician $27,000 – Santo Sgroi

A North Perth electrician has been ordered to pay more than $27,000 in fines and costs for a potentially lethal wiring error that caused two tradesmen to receive electric shocks at a building site near Rockingham. A criminal trial concluded at Perth Magistrates Court on 10 June 2020 when Santo Sgroi (EW105860) was found guilty of breaching WA’s electricity licensing regulations following a...
Building and Energy
Media release
13 Jul 2020

Energy efficiency matters

The objective of energy efficiency provisions in the Building Code of Australia (BCA) is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and for a dwelling, this requires compliance with the minimum energy efficiency Performance Requirements that relate to the building envelope and its fixed domestic services. When applying these provisions for residential dwellings, building surveyors, designers and...
Building and Energy
Department News
09 Jul 2020

Smoke alarms not to be located in dead air space

Clause 3.7.5.5 – Installation of smoke alarms is a new clause that has been introduced to the residential Fire Safety provisions of the 2019 edition of the Building Code of Australia (BCA 2019), Volume Two of the National Construction Code. Clause 3.7.5.5 Installation of smoke alarms Smoke alarms required by 3.7.5.3 and 3.7.5.4 must be installed on or near the ceiling, in accordance with the...
Building and Energy
Department News
02 Jul 2020

Pool safety checklist

Building and Energy is letting building industry practitioners know about its new private swimming and spa pool safety barrier checklist. It is a simple self-assessment tool to check the basic elements of a pool’s safety barrier. The checklist is not intended to replace the four-yearly inspection conducted by the relevant local government to verify compliance. Whilst the checklist isn’t...
Building and Energy
Department News
29 Jun 2020

Updated water meter relocation process

In response to feedback, Water Corporation has provided clarification and guidance to ensure the effective application of the new water meter relocation process. The process change increases safety for plumbers working near Water Corporation assets and better aligns their processes with water services legislation and plumbing regulations. The following considerations aim to improve how the...
Building and Energy
Department News
29 Jun 2020

WA builder operating without insurance putting home buyers at risk – Western Australian Construction Pty Ltd (BC102149)

The Building Commissioner is warning consumers about a company that is entering into home building contracts without a current and valid home indemnity insurance (HII) policy, putting WA home buyers at risk. Building Commissioner Kristin Berger is investigating claims that registered building contractor Western Australian Construction Pty Ltd (BC102149) , despite its eligibility for HII being...
Building and Energy
Media release
27 Jun 2020

Inspection change to ease home owners’ building complaint costs

As part of a new service delivery model announced by Building and Energy, most WA home owners who lodge a complaint against a building service provider will no longer have to provide an independent inspection report to prove the defects. WA’s current building complaints process usually requires home owners to arrange and pay for an independent building inspection report, costing up to $4,000,...
Building and Energy
Media release
25 Jun 2020

Building regulator’s top 10 preparation tips for new home constructions

As interest in new homes and renovations intensifies due to State and Federal stimulus packages, WA’s building regulator is reminding consumers about important considerations before committing to a building contract. “Building a house is an exciting decision and it is understandable to want your plans to progress quickly, particularly with the current grants to boost the building and construction...
Building and Energy
Media release
25 Jun 2020

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