Built for Victoria

Construction Management Software for Victorian Builders

The only construction platform built around the Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995, VBA requirements, and Victoria's 10-year structural warranty period. Every workflow matches how Melbourne and regional VIC builders operate.

Built Around Victorian Compliance Requirements

From the DBCA to BPC rectification orders, every feature keeps you compliant with Victoria's building regulations.

Domestic Building Contracts Act

Contract and payment workflows aligned to the DBCA 1995. Prescribed payment stages, variation rules, and cooling-off period requirements built in.

VBA / BPC Registration

Track your VBA practitioner registration and monitor compliance requirements from the Building and Plumbing Commission.

10-Year Structural Warranty

Victoria has the longest structural warranty period in Australia. Build Paperless tracks defect rectification across the full 10-year structural and 2-year non-structural periods.

Progress Payment Stages

Templates for the prescribed payment stages under the DBCA: Deposit, Base, Frame, Lock-up, Fixing, and Completion. Automated progress claim generation.

Inspection Documentation

Comprehensive photo and inspection documentation for every stage. Critical evidence if the BPC issues a rectification order post-occupancy.

Digital Variations

Written variation notices with homeowner approval — meeting DBCA requirements and creating the audit trail you need if disputes reach VCAT.

Victorian Building Regulations at a Glance

Victoria's residential building industry is regulated by the Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995 and overseen by the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) and the Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC). Builders must hold a current VBA registration and comply with prescribed contract, payment, and warranty requirements.

Victoria has the longest structural warranty period of any Australian state — 10 years for structural defects and 2 years for non-structural. The BPC can issue rectification orders even after the occupancy permit, making thorough documentation essential throughout every build.

Build Paperless templates all Victorian requirements into your project workflow. Payment stages, variation notices, and defect tracking all follow DBCA rules by default.

Frequently Asked Questions — Victorian Builders

Is Build Paperless compliant with Victorian building regulations?

Yes. Build Paperless supports Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995 workflows, VBA/BPC registration tracking, and progress payment stages specific to Victoria. All data is hosted in Australia.

Does Build Paperless support the Domestic Building Contracts Act?

Yes. Contract templates, variation workflows, and progress payment stages align with the Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995. This includes the prescribed payment stages for domestic building work over $10,000.

What are the warranty periods for Victorian builders?

In Victoria, structural defect warranties run for 10 years and non-structural for 2 years from the date of the occupancy permit. Build Paperless tracks these periods and helps you manage defect rectification within the statutory timeframes.

Can Build Paperless help with BPC compliance?

Yes. The Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC) can issue rectification orders even after the occupancy permit is issued. Build Paperless helps you maintain comprehensive documentation of inspections, defect rectification, and compliance activities.

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