Do contractors working for a body corporate need to be licensed?
Answer
Yes, where a licence is required by Queensland law for the type of work being performed.
Licensed trades in Queensland include:
- Electrical work (licensed electrician required)
- Plumbing and drainage (licensed plumber)
- Building and construction work above certain thresholds (QBCC licence)
- Pest control (licensed pest manager)
- Asbestos removal (licensed asbestos removalist)
The body corporate (or its manager) should verify that any contractor holds a current and appropriate Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) licence before work commences.
Engaging an unlicensed contractor for licensed work is an offence, may void the body corporate's insurance, and can leave the body corporate with no legal recourse if the work is defective.
Licence currency can be verified on the QBCC website.
This article is general information only and not legal advice.
This is general information only and does not constitute legal advice. For complex matters, consult a licensed strata lawyer.
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