Disputes

Building Disputes

If you are unable to amicably resolve a contractual or workmanship related dispute, be it with your client and/or builder, you can lodge a complaint with the Building Dispute Resolution section of the Building Commission.

The Tribunal is an independent quasi-judicial body separate from the Builders Registration Board and provides a straightforward, inexpensive forum for adjudicating building disputes between builders and clients.

For additional information or assistance contact the Building Commission on 1300 489 099.

Sand Drift

Demolition work, construction work and vacant sites are all susceptible to emitting sand and dust. It is the property owners responsibility to ensure that appropriate measures are undertaken to ensure that this nuisance is kept to an absolute minimum.

This means that all susceptible sites may need to be watered during demolition or construction while vacant sites must be suitably treated to stop sand and dust escaping the property. 

Penalties may be imposed if it is found that sand and/or dust has been, or is causing, a nuisance. Please refer to the Shire of Esperance Private Property Local Law part 7 Sand Drift and Litter Control, which reads: