Cert Lane - Building Certification and Approvals

Are you looking to deepen your knowledge of when approvals are required—and when they’re not? In response to the rising requests for retrospective approvals (Building Information Certificates), we’re offering a series of workshops. Our goal is to share valuable insights and help everyone navigate the appropriate approval pathways with confidence. Join us to stay informed and empowered! If you are interested, feel free to reach out!

We often receive inquiries about whether we can complete the Planning Portal lodgment on behalf of clients. Due to potential conflicts of interest, we are unable to assist with this task directly. The Building Commission NSW has provided guidance to certifiers on this matter (snippet below), which serves as a gentle reminder of our obligations. However, we are more than happy to help with any questions you might have regarding the Planning Portal. Please feel free to reach out if you need assistance!

In case you missed it, Building Commission NSW has advised all NSW Building Certifiers to not rely on assumed soil classifications. It has been shown over time that unreliable soil classifications are one of the key reasons for building structural defects

We're excited to announce an opening for a Building Certifier to join our team! If you're a certifier seeking a new challenge, greater responsibilities, or an opportunity to work on commercial projects, we would love to hear from you.

A bit of light-hearted marketing never goes amiss! We’re excited to introduce Cert Lane stress balls—your new go-to for stress relief during the approval process! Consider them a friendly reminder that we’re here to make your certification journey smoother. Want one? Just send us a DM! Happy Friday!

This week promises to be both dynamic and rewarding as we delve into two distinct building audits. First up, we'll be reviewing a beauty salon for a Building Information Certificate, focusing on aspects like life safety. Following that, we’ll assess a large warehouse to determine its suitability for conversion into a vehicle repair station. The variety in your weekly tasks keeps the job fresh and engaging, reflecting the multifaceted nature of building code compliance. If you need any insights or tips into the audit process, just let me know!

We are thrilled to announce that we will be sponsoring the Master Builders Association of New South Wales 2024 - Newcastle Excellence in Building Awards. We look forward to celebrating the industry. We specifically chose to sponsor this event to celebrate the industry and people that support us. A big thank you to Kerri Richards for giving us this opportunity.

The past week and a half has been quite the whirlwind! I’d like to take a moment to catch my breath and extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone for their incredible support and well-wishes. It wasn't all smooth sailing—our emails went offline due to a website error—but we navigated the challenges, implemented future contingencies and emerged stronger. This busy period included attending the Master Builders Association Regional meeting, where it was a pleasure to hear valuable insights from industry leaders like Brad Walters from Equifax, Lou Stokanovski from Keystone Lawyers, and Andrew Savage from Weathertex. I also enjoyed the Made In The Hunter (Architecture) networking event. It was fascinating to hear Evan Graham and Steele Olney share their vision for the future of passive homes, and Peter Borg shed light on the challenges and opportunities in financing these projects. Looking ahead, we are excited about embarking on the ICIRT certification process. We firmly believe that initiatives like these will continue to strengthen and advance our industry.

Meet James, the mastermind behind Cert Lane, where he’s been turning planning and building certification into a fun and friendly experience for over a decade! As the founder and an Unrestricted Certifier, James can handle every type of building that you can throw at him. He’s all about making the certification process smooth and personable, aiming to be your go-to expert for any project you’ve got cooking. When he’s not busy certifying buildings, you can catch him savoring family time, enjoying a great coffee or smashing it on the pickleball court. So, whether you need top-notch building certification advice, a coffee buddy, or a pickleball partner, James is your man. Just give him a shout! 📱0400 991 011 📧james@certlane.com.au