Important changes to registration requirements as of 1 February 2023

As of 1 February 2023, the Building Services Board will have enhanced powers to manage the commercial conduct and behaviour of registered building service providers. These changes relate to certain events that occurred on or after this date.

It is important that you are aware of these changes as they may impact your application for registration. View full details of the changes here.

How do I apply?

To apply for registration as a building surveying contractor (level 1 or level 2) you must complete one of the application forms below.  Choose the form that best suits your business operations as either an individual (sole trader), partnership or company.

When you have completed the application form submit it and your supporting documents to Licensing Services with the applicable fees.  Your application can be submitted online, by post or in person.

Application forms

Still unsure which form to use?

If you are unsure of which form to use or about any of the information above, contact Licensing Services on 1300 489 099 or email be.info@dmirs.wa.gov.au.

Automatic mutual recognition and Mutual recognition

If you are registered or licensed as a building surveyor elsewhere in Australia or New Zealand, and want to carry out building surveying work in Western Australia, you can find out more information about having your licence recognised in WA.