No matter your living situation — if you're on your own land waiting to build in a shed or a removable structure — all plumbing and drainage work must be approved and done by a licensed plumber.
Under the Plumbing and Drainage Act 2018 and the Plumbing and Drainage Regulation 2019, unlicensed plumbing work is not permitted. Property owners and licensed individuals who direct or allow illegal work may face significant penalties.
Breaches of plumbing laws can lead to:
Plumbing laws exist to protect public health and the environment. Strict penalties apply for:
Maximum penalties for unlicensed work align with similar offences under Queensland’s building laws, ensuring consistency across legislation.
Council has recently prosecuted two separate cases of illegal plumbing work. These resulted in:
