Building Certification Fee Quotes

Building certification services fee quote 

Where a private building certifier cannot be engaged, Council can help facilitate building certification services. This page explains when this applies, what costs are involved, and how to request a fee quote. 

When is a fee quote needed? 

In Hinchinbrook, building certification is normally carried out by private building certifiers. 

However, in some cases an applicant may be unable to source a private certifier independently. To ensure access to building assessment services within the local government area, Council may facilitate certification through a contracted third‑party private certifier. 

This service: 

  • is provided in line with Council’s obligations under the Building Act 1975; 

  • operates as a last‑resort option; and 

  • is subject to a Price on Application (POA) fee structure. 

Applicants are strongly encouraged to seek private certification in the first instance. 

How fees are calculated 

Fees for Council‑facilitated building certification services are set out in Council’s Fees and Charges Schedule and are assessed as Price on Application (POA). 

The total fee includes: 

  • the POA amount advised by the contracted private certifier for the proposed works; and 

  • an additional 20% on‑cost recovery and administration fee charged by Council. 

Because costs vary depending on the nature and scale of the proposed building work, a formal fee quote must be issued before proceeding. 

What happens after you request a quote? 

Once Council receives your completed request: 

  1. Council seeks a POA estimate from the contracted certifier; 

  1. A formal fee quote is prepared; and 

  1. The fee quote is issued to you for consideration. 

Submitting a request does not commit you to proceeding with certification. 

How to request a fee quote 

To request a quote, complete the Request for Fee Quote – Building Certification Services form below. 

Request for Fee Quote (Build Online Form) 

Providing complete and accurate information helps reduce delays in issuing your quote. 

Important to note 

  • This service is intended as a fallback mechanism only; 

  • Council does not carry out building certification directly; 

  • Council cannot recommend or nominate a private certifier outside this process; and 

  • Quotes are issued once certifier pricing has been confirmed. 

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