Apply for an owner builder permit

You can only apply for a permit if you own the land and premises. Companies, trusts and self-managed superannuation funds are not allowed to apply.

You must have hired a licensed building surveyor before you can apply for the permit.

If you are approved for a permit you will receive a letter of approval with a permit number.

There is an owner builder fact sheet (PDF, 246KB) about becoming an owner builder.

To complete the application form (PDF, 142KB), you must provide:

• personal details
• details of the property
• details of the proposed work
• a signed declaration from your building surveyor
• any information about previous work you have done as an owner builder
• proof that you have a white card
• Certificate of Currency for Public Liability Insurance (minimum of $5 million)
• a copy of the contract of sale (if you are buying the property)
• payment for the permit.

If you are building or extending a residence, you also need:

• proof that you have completed an owner builder course within the last 12 months.

To apply for an owner builder permit you must:

• own the land or premises, or have a contract of sale (as an individual, not a company)
• have engaged a building surveyor
• have insurance cover
• have completed a white card (construction induction) course and have proof that you have a white card
• have completed an approved Tasmanian owner builder course in the last 12 months (if building or extending a residence)

You do not need to prove your identity.

Fees and charges last updated 1 July, 2026.

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