For Tasmania plumbers and handymen

Who regulates plumbing

Consumer, Building and Occupational Services (CBOS). Licenses plumbers and sets the categories of plumbing work.

Plumbing work in Tasmania must be done by a licensed plumber. The Director of Building Control sets categories of plumbing work by risk, and each category has its own approval steps.

Paperwork that applies

• Low risk plumbing work can go ahead without a notice to council.
• Notifiable (medium risk) work needs a Notice of Work, and cannot start until a Certificate of Likely Compliance is issued.
• Permit (high risk) work needs a Certificate of Likely Compliance and a plumbing permit from the council permit authority.
• Categories are set by the Director's Determination, so check the current version on the CBOS website.

Handyman licence limit

We could not confirm an official dollar threshold for handyman work in Tasmania. Plumbing, gas and electrical work always need the right licence. Check with CBOS before taking on building work.

General information only, not legal advice. Rules change: check with CBOS or your own adviser before relying on a figure.

• What is notifiable plumbing work in Tasmania?
  Medium risk plumbing work. It needs a Notice of Work, and cannot start until a Certificate of Likely Compliance has been issued.
• Is there a dollar limit for handyman work in Tasmania?
  We could not confirm an official figure. Check with CBOS before taking on building work.
• Does LYD Plumber lodge TAS plumbing paperwork for me?
  No. It records the dates and reminds your team. The licensed plumber still lodges certificates and notices with the regulator.