Unregistered Draftsperson

[slamdunk]

G'day!

Can I use a unregistered draftsperson to draw up plans for 2 units on a subdividable block in Victoria and submit to council? He is skilled enough but havn't registered with building commission yet and I want to help him to make some extra money. I'm not aware of any regulation if applies and any liability imposed on me.
Thanks!

[Black Cat]

Best people to ask are Council - they will know what they are willing to accept. I did my own plans for an extension and they were accepted. I doubt I would try for something like that - but if he has the training, then he should be up for the job if Council is willing.

[ringtail]

No. He / she must be registered in order to get professional indemity insurance for their design. You are entitled to do your own plans for your own house or deck etc.. the same as a owner builder. He would have to provide you with a form 15 for design.