Approval of domestic building work

A building permit is require before starting construction on most types of domestic building work. A building permit—also known also as a development approval—can be obtained from either your local council or a private building certifier.

Council building certifiers and private building certifiers must be registered with the Building Services Authority (BSA), as accredited building certifiers. Certifiers can provide detail on whether:

• a building permit is required
• how to apply for a permit
• the standards applicable to building work.

the building permit will state which inspections are required and at what stages of construction. The council or private certifier who issued the permit is responsible for carrying out these inspections.