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Getting a building permit application rejected can stall a project for weeks, sometimes months, and the frustration is usually avoidable....
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Building Permits and Approvals
Assistance with obtaining building permits: Domestic, Residential and/or Commercial.
Building Inspections
Pre-Plaster and Fix inspections and reports, Dilapidation surveys Section 137B owner builder defects reports.
Certification Services (Reg 126)
Assistance with Building Notices, Building Orders, illegal building works, retrospective building permit applications and Regulation 126 certification throughout Victoria.
Compliance and Regulatory Services
Building “design team” consultants on high rise residential or commercial projects.
Expert Witness Services
Expert testimony plays a crucial role in legal disputes, helping courts and juries understand complex subjects.
Building Compliance Audits
Essential safety measures audits Legislation changes may require building owners to upgrade buildings to satisfy BCA requirements.
WHY VALUE MATTERS MORE THAN PRICE
Clear Solutions. Easy Access. Confidence From Experience.
Price Is What You Pay. Value Is What You Get.
Building compliance can quickly become stressful when permits stall, RFIs continue, documentation is unclear or Council becomes involved. Clients don’t just need paperwork—they need practical advice, clear direction and someone who can solve the problem.
At Conti Group, we focus on what clients value most—solving problems, simplifying the process and providing clear advice when it matters most.
1. Solutions
We help make the problem go away.
Building permit, compliance and Council issues can quickly become stressful, expensive and time-consuming. We identify the issue, explain the pathway and help move the matter toward a practical compliant outcome.
2. Convenience
Getting Advice Should Be Easy.
Clients pay for convenience, and that means being able to speak with the right people when decisions have to be made. We are accessible by phone, responsive by email and easy to deal with.
3. Confidence
Experience gives clients certainty.
The right advice helps clients understand where they stand, what needs to happen next and how to avoid unnecessary delays, rework or compliance headaches.
Need advice? Speak directly with an experienced Building Surveyor.
We work on all types of projects
With Conti Group, you’re guaranteed expert guidance and reliable service.
We ensure your project meets all compliance standards, keeping it on track and completed on time, every time.
Conti Group (1800 473 764)
Domestic Projects
Providing expert advice for new homes, renovations, extensions, townhouse developments, garages, carports, decking, veranda's, swimming pools and spas throughout Victoria.
Commercial Projects
Providing expert advice for retail, office, hospitality, childcare, medical, dental, churches, assembly and mixed-use developments throughout Victoria.
Residential Projects
Providing expert advice for apartment buildings, hotels, serviced apartments, boarding houses, rooming houses, student accommodation and mixed-use developments projects throughout Victoria.
Industrial Projects
Providing expert advice for warehouse developments, factory developments, industrial estates, logistics facilities, distribution centres and large isolated buildings throughout Victoria.
TESTIMONIALs FROM OUR CLIENTS
As developer and builder, Conti group has been a bonus value add to our business. Jeremy’s vast knowledge of the construction cost value management experience and sound knowledge of the NNC and Australian standards we have developed and constructed better sustainable buildings and saved lots of thousands in the process. I have always found Jeremy to be extremely knowledgeable on site as well during inspections.
Jeremy’s very friendly and confident approach to his work is evident with clients that have used his services. Jeremy has always provided clear and concise solutions to regulatory aspects of the buildings and when necessary, suggestions on alternative solution aspects and is always available to answer questions via phone and/or via email.
We have been using Conti Group since 2012 for all our residential projects from small renovations to large architectural homes. The service provided has always met expectations with efforts over and beyond to meet timelines and deadlines.
We have been working with Conti Group for almost 10 years from our very first project to our current projects. Conti Group’s staff have always been the most helpful and courteous in delivering any project, be it architectural bespoke house in Brighton or a little fit out in St. Kilda they always pull the extra mile in getting things across the line.
Over the past five years, we have had the pleasure of working with Jeremy Conti from the Conti Group. His professionalism and expertise in building surveying have been invaluable to our projects. From the document stage, where he adeptly handles design aspects, codes, and legal acts, to his efficient and urgent action on inspections, Jeremy has consistently delivered high-quality service.
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Reasons Building Permit Applications Get Rejected
Getting a building permit application rejected can stall a project for weeks, sometimes months, and the frustration is usually avoidable. At Conti Group Building Consultants, we see the same handful of issues trip up otherwise solid applications time and again. From incomplete documentation to overlooked planning conditions, understanding why permits get knocked back is the first step toward a smoother approval. Here is what commonly goes wrong, and how to steer clear of it. Key Takeaways Incomplete or inconsistent documentation is the single biggest cause of rejection. Plans must line up exactly with the conditions on the planning permit. Site specific matters, such as easements and bushfire ratings, are easy to miss. Engaging a registered building surveyor early lowers the
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September 10, 2026
Major Compliance Mistakes Property Developers Still Make
A commercial building approved to yesterday’s standards can become tomorrow’s liability. Codes tighten, regulators gain teeth, and tenants demand performance. At Conti Group Building Consultants, we help developers design beyond the minimum. Future-proofing is not idealism. It is the most reliable way to protect asset value, avoid costly retrofits, and keep projects moving. Compliance mistakes rarely announce themselves early, they surface months later as failed inspections, costly rework, or a council notice nobody saw coming. At Conti Group Building Consultants, we see the same avoidable errors trip up developers across Victoria year after year. Getting documentation, safety measures, and regulatory changes right from the outset genuinely protects a project’s timeline and budget. Here’s what still catches experienced developers out. Key
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August 12, 2026
