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Contracts with owner builders are required to comply with Part 4A of the Queensland Building Services Authority Act 1991.

Commercial Contracts and Subcontracts
BSA has produced a fact book Contractual Obligations, Demerit Points and Bans to assist you with understanding the law in relation to contracts between building contractors and subcontractors or principals or Owner Builders (this does not apply to certifiers). The fact book contains information relating to:

  • Contracts in writing
  • Contents of a contract
  • Getting paid
  • Retentions and securities
  • Variations
  • Breaches of contract

      Click here to view the fact book.

      Click here for more information regarding suitable subcontracts for owner builders


      It is important that you comply with the requirements of the QBSA Act or you may face prosecution or disciplinary action.