Getting a building permit in Melbourne doesn’t have to be hard. VicWide Permits is your local, BPC-licensed partner for every step—from document preparation to final certification. Whether you’re in Carlton, Camberwell, Coburg, or country towns like Ballarat and Bendigo, our team knows each council’s rules and the Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC) requirements inside out. With over 500 successful permits completed, you can count on us to keep your project on track.
At VicWide Permits, we simplify the building approval process for homeowners, builders, and developers. Our experienced team ensures every step is handled with accuracy, speed, and compliance, so your project can move forward without unnecessary delays or stress.
All our building surveyors are registered and insured by the BPC.
Receive easy-to-understand updates via phone, email, or SMS.
From Brighton renovations to multi-unit builds in Footscray, our track record speaks volumes.
We submit applications swiftly, follow up with councils, and book slab, frame, and final inspections without delay.
Melbourne Metro, Bayside, Western Suburbs, Northern Suburbs, and Regional Victoria (Warrnambool, Shepparton, Geelong).
At VicWide Permits, we simplify the building approval process for homeowners, builders, and developers. Our experienced team ensures every step is handled with accuracy, speed, and compliance, so your project can move forward without unnecessary delays or stress.
We prepare and lodge everything you need for new homes, extensions, decks, and pools.
Book slab, frame, and final inspections at the right times. We inspect, report, and certify so your builder.
Planning to buy in Carlton or sell in Brunswick? Our audits reveal structural issues, code breaches, and safety risks.
We prepare performance-based solutions and manage consent applications to keep your project moving.
Council Consent Management: Siting, flood, bushfire, heritage overlays
Illegal Building Work Rectification & Retrospective Permits Pool & Spa Safety Certification
Inspection Coordination & Compliance Certification Defects & Handover Reporting
Online Application Portal & Digital Workflow Inspection Booking System with SMS/Email Reminders
At VicWide Permits, we simplify the building approval process for homeowners, builders, and developers. Our experienced team ensures every step is handled with accuracy, speed, and compliance, so your project can move forward without unnecessary delays or stress.
Get your building permit approved faster with Melbourne’s trusted surveyors.
At VicWide Permits, we simplify the building approval process for homeowners, builders, and developers. Our experienced team ensures every step is handled with accuracy, speed, and compliance, so your project can move forward without unnecessary delays or stress.
VicWide made our Brighton renovation simple. They handled the permit fast, kept us updated, and helped with inspections. Highly recommend!
As a builder in Williamstown, I trust VicWide for every project. Their team knows council rules inside out and never misses an inspection.
We were nervous about starting our Geelong extension, but VicWide took the stress out of the permit process. Everything was explained clearly, and approvals came through quicker than expected
From start to finish, VicWide was professional and efficient. Our multi-unit development in Footscray went smoothly thanks to their fast turnaround and constant communication.
We cover all of Greater Melbourne—including the CBD, Bayside suburbs (St Kilda, Sandringham), Eastern Suburbs (Box Hill, Ringwood), Western Suburbs (Sunshine, Werribee), Northern Suburbs (Preston, Whittlesea)—and regional Victoria (Ballarat, Bendigo, Warrnambool).
Yes. All our surveyors are fully registered and insured by the Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC).
Most standard residential permits are approved in 7–10 business days once all documents are submitted. Fast-track and express processing options are available for urgent projects.
Mandatory inspections include slab/foundation, frame, and final/occupancy. We also offer specialist inspections (pool barriers, retaining walls, dilapidation, and more).
Absolutely. We provide complete owner-builder permit application packages, inspection coordination, and compliance certification to guide you at every step.
Fees vary by project size and service type. We provide a free, no-obligation quote based on your specific requirements. Contact us to get started.
Yes. Our illegal building work rectification service assesses non-compliant work, prepares retrospective permit applications, and manages council negotiations to bring your project into compliance.
You can book via our online client portal, by email, or by calling us. SMS and email reminders ensure you never miss an inspection window.
Typically, you’ll need site plans, architectural drawings, engineering details, and owner-builder declarations (if applicable). We guide you through every required document.
Our digital tracking platform lets you view the status of your permit application and upcoming inspections in real time—24/7.
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