Watchdog Review Underway to Police Dodgy WA Builders

Watchdog review underway to police dodgy WA builders

Dodgy or cash-strapped builders are being put on notice, with a review ordered into the State’s building contract laws to stop homebuyers being left in limbo.

WA Government Moves to Strengthen Oversight of Troubled Builders and Review Home Building Laws

The WA Government will strengthen building regulator powers and review home building laws to better protect consumers and boost confidence in the residential construction sector. The proposed changes are designed to provide greater protections for consumers building or renovating homes, while also bolstering industry confidence for builders and suppliers. Under the planned legislation, the Building Services Board and the Building Commissioner wi…

After Nicheliving debacle, WA is finally beefing up building watchdog powers

Commerce Minister Tony Buti announced the new laws in the budget estimates hearing on Wednesday, referencing the trouble experienced in the sector in the past few years.