Certifying Architect Registration - Northern Territory

Description

You will need this registration if you intend to conduct business as a certifying architect. Certifying architects provide building certifiers with a section 40 certificate, which certifies that their building plans and documentation comply with the Building Code of Australia.

You can apply for this registration as an individual or a company.

If you are an interstate applicant, you may be eligible to obtain a licence through mutual recognition.

Service type

Licence

A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.

Eligibility requirements

To be eligible for this registration as an individual, you must:

  • have at least four years practical experience in building surveying work, in relation to all classes of buildings
  • submit a resume detailing your experience
  • have at least one written reference that verifies your experience
  • hold registration as an architect - you must provide your certificate of registration and registration number
  • hold professional indemnity insurance of at least $500,000
  • be a fit and proper person.

To be eligible for this registration as a company, you must provide:

  • an ASIC full company extract (no more than 28 days old)
  • a copy of either your Certification of Incorporation or Registration of Business Name
  • details of at least one director or nominee that is a qualified to supervise and carry out work on behalf of the corporation.

Duration

2 years

Fees

Fees Details for this service in table format.

Task Type Business Structure Amount Description
Apply Application All $324.00

Fees for 2024-25

Apply Licence All $972.00

Payable once the Board has approved the application. Fees for 2024-25

Renew Renewal All $1296.00

Fees for 2024-25

Act(s) name

Building Act 1993 Northern Territory

Regulation(s) name

Building Regulations 1993 Northern Territory

Transfer

This registration cannot be transferred.

Administering agency

Building Practitioners Board

Contact details

Contact Email, Phone and Address Details for this service in simple two column table format, header then data.