Business Details
27 Years
experience
Professional Building Certification Services Canberra
Established in 1999, CBS Building Surveyors has built a reputation as a trusted provider of building certification and surveying services across the Australian Capital Territory and New South Wales. Our team of 20 professionals, including accredited building surveyors and technical assessors, combines decades of industry experience with a commitment to quality and client-focused excellence. As an ISO 9001:2015 certified organisation, we adhere to rigorous quality management standards while delivering projects on time and within budget. Our expertise spans residential and commercial developments, from initial approvals through to final compliance assessments. We maintain active memberships with regulatory bodies including Access Canberra and NSW Fair Trading, ensuring our services remain aligned with current legislation and best practices.Our dual approach allows flexibility between personalised service and project team delivery models, tailored to client requirements. With a proven track record of timely project completions, we have cultivated long-term relationships with clients who consistently return for our certification expertise. Our comprehensive service offering includes development approval exemptions, complying development certificates, construction certifications, and BCA compliance reporting. Backed by over 20 years of operational experience, we provide expert guidance through complex regulatory frameworks while maintaining transparent communication throughout the certification process.
Services
Building Certification
Surveying Services
BCA Compliance Reports
Development Approvals
Unit Titling Assessments
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of building certification experience in ACT and NSW
- Our ISO 9001:2015 certification demonstrates quality management excellence
- We offer flexible service delivery models tailored to client needs
- Our team maintains active regulatory accreditations and industry memberships
- We consistently complete projects within agreed timeframes and budgets
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015
- Access Canberra
- NSW Fair Trading
Services
Building Certification
Our building certification services ensure compliance with the Building Act 2004 and National Construction Code. We issue construction certificates, assess performance solutions, and provide final compliance documentation for residential and commercial developments. Our team works closely with clients to maintain regulatory standards throughout the building process.
Development Approvals
We specialise in development approval exemptions and assessments under the Planning and Development Act 2007. Our qualified works assessors evaluate projects against regulatory requirements, providing clear guidance on compliance pathways and exemption criteria for both residential and commercial developments.
BCA Compliance Reports
Our BCA compliance services cover disability access, fire safety, health and amenity standards. We prepare detailed compliance reports for new constructions and existing buildings, addressing egress requirements and special use building classifications while ensuring adherence to current Australian Standards.
Unit Titling Assessments
We provide unit titling assessment reports under the Unit Title Act 2001. Our experienced team prepares comprehensive assessment documentation for strata developments, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements while maintaining clear communication with developers and property stakeholders.
Technical Advice
Our technical advisory services cover certification processes, build-ability assessments, and detailed construction evaluations. We offer expert guidance on performance solutions, JV3 model assessments, and fire engineering requirements, supporting clients through complex regulatory challenges with practical, code-compliant solutions.
People
Dave Delchau
Director & Principal Building Surveyor
With over 20 years in the industry, Dave leads our certification team with expertise in building regulations and compliance. He ensures all projects meet quality standards while maintaining client-focused service delivery.
Questions
What building certification services do you offer?
We provide full-cycle building certification including development approvals, construction certificates, and final compliance assessments for residential and commercial projects across ACT and NSW.
Are you licensed in both ACT and NSW?
Yes, we hold active licenses with Access Canberra and NSW Fair Trading, enabling us to provide certification services across both jurisdictions.
How do you handle complex compliance requirements?
Our team specialises in navigating complex BCA compliance issues, including fire safety, disability access, and performance-based solutions using JV3 assessments.
Can you assist with unit titling applications?
Yes, we prepare comprehensive unit titling assessment reports under the Unit Title Act 2001 for strata developments of all sizes.
What experience does your team have?
Our 20-strong team includes accredited building surveyors with over 20 years' collective experience in building certification and regulatory compliance.
How do you ensure quality standards?
We maintain ISO 9001:2015 certification and follow rigorous quality management processes to ensure consistent, reliable certification outcomes.