What compliance documentation is required for an Occupation Certificate (OC)?

Occupation Certificate is NSW terminology, and other states use names such as certificate of occupancy, occupancy permit or certificate of final inspection. The certifier will list what they need. Typically this includes passed inspection records, compliance certificates from licensed trades (electrical, plumbing, gas), engineer's certificates, waterproofing, termite and glazing certificates where they apply, energy efficiency documents, and any conditions from your approval. In Queensland the final inspection includes collecting certificates such as termite protection, wet area membrane, glazing, smoke alarms and energy efficiency. Do not move in before the certificate is issued, because it can affect insurance and finance.

In MyBuildHub: collect each certificate in your project documents as the work is completed, rather than at the end, and tick them off as Tasks.

Check yourself: Queensland certificate of occupancy, your state building regulator and your certifier.

General information only. It is not legal advice and may not apply to your project. Rules differ by state and change over time, so confirm with your regulator, certifier or a lawyer before acting.