Certified BA1
Uncertified BA2
A certified application is mandatory for Class 2-9 buildings e.g. shops, warehouses, offices.
An uncertified application can be used for Class 1 buildings e.g. dwellings and Class 10 structures (non-inhabitable) e.g. sheds, patios, retaining walls, swimming pools and the like.
What is the difference between Certified and Uncertified applications?
Certified application (BA1 Form): The plans and specifications for the proposed structure are assessed for compliance with the National Construction Code (NCC) by a registered private building surveyor who will also issue a Certificate of Design Compliance (CDC).
You will need to engage a registered private building surveyor to complete a Certificate of Design Compliance (CDC) before the building permit application can be submitted to the Shire.
Uncertified application (BA2): The plans and specifications will be assessed by the Shire’s Registered Building Surveyor for compliance with the NCC and issue a CDC.
An uncertified application is submitted directly to the Shire. The information and documentation lodged with the application will be assessed by a Registered Building Surveyor employed by the Shire.
Our checklists and fact sheets will help you prepare your application:
Checklist Certified Application(PDF, 258KB)
(PDF, 499KB)
Checklist Uncertified Application(PDF, 499KB)
Sheds, Garages and Workshops(PDF, 480KB)
Patios, Verandahs, Gazebos and Pergolas(PDF, 318KB)
Retaining Walls(PDF, 87KB)
Swimming Pools, Spas(PDF, 72KB)
Rules for Pools and Spas - Department of Mines, Industry, Regulation and Safety
Swimming Pools and Spa Barrier Requirements(PDF, 82KB)
Park Homes and Annexes(PDF, 151KB)
Conversion to a Habitable Room(PDF, 80KB)
In Person:
Please visit our Administration Office at 1915 Pinjarra Road, Pinjarra.
Bring along the:
- Completed application form and checklist
- Supporting documents
- Payment - cash, card, cheque and money orders are accepted
Building Permit Fees and Charges(PDF, 95KB)
By Email:
Email your application to mailbag@murray.wa.gov.au, including the:
- Completed application form and checklist
- Supporting documents
Payment – once your application has been registered we will contact you to arrange payment.
Building Permit Fees and Charges(PDF, 95KB)
By Post:
Post your documents to PO Box 21, Pinjarra WA 6208.
Please ensure you include the:
- Completed application form and checklist
- Supporting documents
- Preferred payment option - cheque or money orders are accepted
Building Permit Fees and Charges(PDF, 95KB)
Processing
We determine certified applications in 10 working days. If additional information is required we will contact you and continue to process your application once the information is received.
Uncertified applications are determined within 25 working days.
If additional information is required we will contact you and continue to process your application once the information is received.
We will return your permit to you via email or post.
A notice of completion as well as relevant inspection or test certificates must be provided to us within seven days of completion of building works.
The permit will specify what inspections or tests need to be undertaken.
For Classes 2 to 9 an occupancy certificate (BA9) is required prior to occupation of the building.
This includes:
- Occupying a completed new building or a new part of an existing building
- Occupying an incomplete building or part of a building on a temporary basis
- Modifying the current occupancy permit for additional use of a building on a temporary basis
- Occupying a building or part of a building that has undergone a permanent change of use or classification
- Authorising and occupying an unauthorised building or an unauthorised part of a building
- Authorising a building with existing approval with a new or replacement occupancy permit – this demonstrates that an existing building complies with the relevant building standards and is safe to occupy
Please submit the following with your application:
- An approval required under the Health Act 1911 section 107(2)(a) or (b)
- An approval required under the Planning and Development Act 2005
- An approval required under the Health (Aquatic Facilities) Regulations 2007 Part 2 Division 1
- An approval required under the Local Government (Uniform Local Provisions) Regulations 1996 regulation 12(2)
- Evidence of consent(s) from each affected owner where work encroaches onto or adversely impacts other land (if applicable
- Payment of fee and levy (if applicable)
Building Permit Fees and Charges(PDF, 95KB)
A copy of the occupancy permit must be displayed at or near the principal entrance to the building so that it is clearly visible to people using the building.
If the building does not require an occupancy permit, you will require a building approval certificate (BA13).
A building approval certificate (BA13) application must be accompanied by:
- An approval required under the Health Act 1911 section 107(2)(a) or (b)
- An approval required under the Planning and Development Act 2005
- An approval required under the Health (Aquatic Facilities) Regulations 2007 Part 2 Division 1
- An approval required under the Local Government (Uniform Local Provisions) Regulations 1996 regulation 12(2)
- Survey plan identifying proposed lots and encroachments
- Where applicable, evidence of consent(s) from each affected owner where work encroaches onto or adversely affects other land
- Payment of fee and levy (if applicable)
Building Permit Fees and Charges(PDF, 95KB)