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Residential Certification services across queensland
Rocket Building Approvals provides residential certification on the Gold Coast, Bundaberg, and South East Queensland for the full range of Class 1 and Class 10 buildings. This helps homeowners, builders, and developers get their projects moving quickly and with confidence. From small-scale projects to new homes, our team makes the process straightforward and stress-free.
Why Choose Rocket?
- Fast approvals—most assessments are completed within 2–3 business days
- Cost-effective options for residential projects
- Clear, friendly communication every step of the way
- Servicing all of South East Queensland
- Trusted by builders, homeowners, and repeat clients alike
RESIDENTIAL CERTIFICATION SERVICES in QLD
New Homes & Duplexes
Fast, compliant approvals for all residential dwellings.
Secondary Dwellings
Clear guidance on siting, setbacks, and council requirements.
Re-roof Approvals
One of our most streamlined services with excellent turnaround.
Demolition Approvals
Ensuring safe and compliant removal of existing structures.
Pools & Pool Barriers
Certification for new swimming pools and compliance with pool safety standards.
Patios, Decks, Carports & Sheds
Quick approvals for common residential structures.
WHAT ARE YOU BUILDING?
Class 10 NON-HABITABLE BUILDING/STRUCTURE
Class 10 non-habitable building or structure A Class 10 residential building refers to non-habitable utility buildings or structures such as:
- Decks, patios, pergolas and awnings
- Carports and garages
- Shed and workshops
- Swimming pools and pool fences
- Retaining walls
Class 1A SINGLE DETACHED DWELLING
A class 1a residential building refers to the following projects:
- New construction of homes
- Additions
- Renovations
- Conversions of dwellings
- Demolition
FINAL INSPECTION AT
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Ask Us Anything
When do I need a building approval?
A building approval is generally required when the scope of works are more than the below:
- A garden shed up to 2.4 metres high (2.1 metres mean height), 10m2, 5.0 metres long and not located in the front or waterfront setback areas,
- A fence not more than 2.0 metres high.
- Swimming pool fencing needs approval for new work regardless of the height
- Waterfront areas and corner lots also have special rules,
- A one metre high retaining wall (if no loads are imposed above it, such as a building or driveway),
- Deck up to 1.0 metre high and 10m2 when not located in any required setback area.
- Roofed patio up to 2.4 metres high (2.1 metres mean height), 10m2, 5.0 metres long when not located in any required setback area.
What happens if I start building without a permit?
Starting building works without the relevant approvals is illegal and not advised as normally the repercussions of doing so can severely impact the homeowner not only financially but if the works do not comply with Council requirements the works may have to be removed.
How quickly can you provide a Building Approval?
RBA can generally turn around approvals as per below:
24hr- Demolitions
2-3 Days sheds, pools, patio’s etc.
3-7 Days new homes and renovations
We do also have a fast track service which guarantees 48 hour turnaround on all projects.
What areas do you service?
We cover all of QLD, we have an office on the Gold Coast and Bundaberg. We are happy to fly to remote locations.
