Australian Water Act 1989: Definitions and Terminology
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What is the meaning of 'setback' in the context of building regulations?

  • A diagonal distance from a boundary or building
  • A horizontal distance from a boundary or building (correct)
  • A distance from a boundary or building measured in degrees
  • A vertical distance from a boundary or building
  • What is the definition of a 'small second dwelling'?

  • A self-contained building with a gross floor area of more than 60 m2
  • A Class 1a building that is self-contained and has a gross floor area that is equal to or less than 60 m2 (correct)
  • A Class 1a building that is not self-contained
  • A building that is not a single Class 1 building
  • What is the meaning of 'site coverage' in relation to an allotment?

  • The total area of the allotment
  • The part of the allotment that is covered by buildings, expressed as a percentage of the area of the allotment (correct)
  • The number of buildings on the allotment
  • The part of the allotment that is not covered by buildings
  • What is a 'sewerage authority' in relation to a sewerage district under the Water Act 1989?

    <p>The Authority for that sewerage district under the Water Act 1989</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'social housing' in this context?

    <p>Housing that has the same meaning as it has in the Housing Act 1983</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the definition of 'spa' unless otherwise stated?

    <p>A relocatable spa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the pieces of information that a relevant building surveyor may require when submitting an application for a building permit?

    <p>A copy of the certificate of title to the allotment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of requiring a survey plan of existing site conditions?

    <p>To identify any potential environmental hazards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is required to carry out the building work under the permit?

    <p>A builder who is specified under section 24B of the Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required to be submitted in relation to the use of a material, product, form of construction or design?

    <p>Documentary evidence to support its use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is evidence of ownership of the allotment required?

    <p>To confirm the owner's consent to the project</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required to be submitted in relation to the major domestic building contract?

    <p>An extract of the contract showing the names of the parties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time limit for the chief officer to decide on a building permit application for a Class 1 or 10 building?

    <p>10 business days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many business days does a reporting authority have to decide on a building permit application for a Class 1 or 10 building?

    <p>10 business days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must an application for a building permit to construct or alter a building be accompanied by?

    <p>Any additional copies of the documents required by the building surveyor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time limit for the relevant building surveyor to decide on a building permit application for a Class 1 or 10 building?

    <p>10 business days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required to be shown in an allotment plan for a building permit to demolish or remove a building?

    <p>The location of the building in relation to the boundaries of the allotment and adjoining buildings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prescribed time for the purposes of clause 6A(2), (3) and (4) of Schedule 2 to the Act?

    <p>15 business days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relevant day in the context of building permit applications?

    <p>The earlier of (b) and (c)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required to be provided if only a part of the building is to be demolished or removed?

    <p>Computations or other information to show that the remainder of the building will comply with the Act and these Regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the information showing the position and description of certain structures?

    <p>To provide information about the protection of the building during demolition or removal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the case of an application relating to a Class 1 or 10 building, when must the relevant building surveyor decide on the application?

    <p>Within 10 business days after the relevant day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the application for a building permit to demolish or remove a building?

    <p>To demolish or remove an existing building</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who authorizes the Building Regulations 2018?

    <p>The Chief Parliamentary Counsel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information must the builder display on the allotment before commencing the building work?

    <p>The building permit number and the date of issue of the permit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of not displaying the required information on the allotment?

    <p>A fine of 10 penalty units</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When must the owner notify the relevant building surveyor of a change in their postal address?

    <p>Within 14 days after the change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the building permit number?

    <p>To identify the building work for which the permit is issued</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for ensuring the required information is displayed on the allotment?

    <p>The builder named in the building permit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if the owner transfers the ownership of the building or land?

    <p>The owner must notify the relevant building surveyor within 14 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

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