Compliance & Assessments

Understand Your Obligations and Plan with Confidence

If you’re building, buying, or developing in a bushfire-prone area of Western Australia, understanding bushfire compliance requirements isn’t optional—it’s essential. This section breaks down the assessments and reports that may be required under WA planning and building laws, helping you stay compliant and avoid costly delays.

From understanding when a BAL rating is required, to interpreting the standards that guide construction (like AS 3959), these articles offer clear, actionable guidance to support owner-builders, designers, and professionals navigating the bushfire planning system.

💼 What You'll Learn:

• When you need a BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) assessment

• Whether your project requires a Bushfire Management Plan (BMP)

• What AS 3959 means in practical terms for your design and materials

• How a BAL rating is calculated and what it affects

• What happens after you receive your BAL rating

🔗 Popular Articles in This Series:

• Do I Need a BAL Assessment?

• What Type of Bushfire Report Do I Need?

• Understanding AS 3959: A Plain English Guide for Homeowners

• I’ve Got My BAL Rating—Now What?

• How is a BAL Rating Calculated?

👇 Start Here