Business Details
20 Years
experience
Trusted Building Code Compliance and Certification Services
Established in 2006, Milestone Building Compliance has become a leading authority in building code compliance and certification across Western Australia. Our team of highly experienced building surveyors, including directors with over 60 years of combined expertise, specialises in navigating complex regulatory frameworks to deliver practical solutions for commercial and residential projects. We work collaboratively with architects, developers, and government agencies to ensure compliance from design inception through to construction completion. Accredited by the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors and operating under the Professional Standards Scheme, we maintain the highest technical standards while prioritising client service.Our pragmatic approach to statutory upgrades and performance-based solutions has positioned us as Perth's foremost boutique building surveying consultancy, serving sectors ranging from healthcare and education to infrastructure and defence. With a legacy rooted in the introduction of Western Australia's Building Act, we continue to set industry benchmarks through innovation and technical excellence.
Services
Building Code Compliance
Building Inspections
Due Diligence Reporting
Approval Coordination
Statutory Upgrade Advice
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in building surveying and code compliance.
- Our boutique service prioritises direct client engagement and tailored solutions.
- Accredited experts with Level 1 practitioner status for complex building assessments.
- Pragmatic approach to statutory upgrades without compromising safety standards.
- Deep understanding of Western Australia's unique building regulations and challenges.
Associations and certifications
- Australian Institute of Building Surveyors
- Professional Standards Scheme
Services
Building Code Compliance
Milestone Building Compliance ensures buildings meet the National Construction Code through comprehensive assessments. Our experts provide design and construction phase certifications, identifying compliance gaps early to prevent costly delays. With deep expertise in WA regulations, we deliver pragmatic solutions for commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects.
Building Inspections
We conduct detailed inspections of commercial buildings during construction and for existing properties. Our reports highlight code violations, offer photographic evidence, and recommend corrective actions. Services include pre-purchase assessments, change-of-use evaluations, and statutory upgrade requirements for property owners and developers.
Due Diligence Reporting
Milestone provides technical due diligence reports for property transactions and upgrades. Our assessments evaluate building condition against current and historical codes, covering fire safety, accessibility, and service systems. Reports are tailored to client needs, supporting strata conversions, asset upgrades, and maintenance planning across WA.
Approval Coordination
We streamline interactions between clients and approval authorities by anticipating documentation requirements. Our team ensures regulatory compliance while maintaining project timelines, acting as a bridge between private developers and public sector requirements for efficient approvals processes in Western Australia.
Statutory Upgrade Advice
Milestone advises on mandatory building code upgrades triggered by changes in use or occupancy. Our experts assess existing buildings against current standards, identifying compliance gaps and providing cost-effective solutions for healthcare, education, and commercial properties across WA.
People
David Cooley
Co-Director
With 35+ years' experience, David Cooley is a Level 1 Accredited Building Surveyor in WA. He specialises in complex code compliance and statutory approvals, having worked in local government and private sectors. His expertise spans multi-storey commercial developments and Olympic infrastructure projects.
Richard Attiwell
Co-Director
Richard Attiwell brings 30 years of building surveying experience, including 12 years in local government. He focuses on high-rise compliance and regulatory reform, serving as WA Board Director for the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors while managing complex commercial projects.
Jon Bovell
Associate Building Surveyor
Jon Bovell offers 20 years of technical expertise in building code compliance, including disability access regulations. With experience in both WA and London, he specialises in coordinating large-scale projects and delivering timely solutions for commercial developments.
Luke Donovan
Senior Building Surveyor
Luke Donovan combines an Honours Degree in Building Surveying with practical code compliance experience. He provides performance-based solutions for complex projects, focusing on technical assessments and milestone-driven project coordination for commercial and infrastructure developments.
Questions
What building surveying services do you offer?
We provide building code compliance assessments, due diligence reporting, approval coordination, statutory upgrade advice, and construction phase inspections for commercial and residential projects across Western Australia.
Are you accredited by industry bodies?
Yes, we're accredited by the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors under the Professional Standards Scheme, with directors holding Level 1 practitioner status for complex building assessments.
How do you handle project approvals?
We coordinate between clients and approval authorities, anticipating documentation requirements to maintain project timelines while ensuring compliance with Western Australia's building regulations and national codes.
What sectors do you specialise in?
We work across healthcare, education, infrastructure, defence, retail, and high-rise residential sectors, with expertise in Perth's unique building regulations and compliance challenges.
Can you assist with existing building upgrades?
Yes, we assess existing buildings against current codes and provide cost-effective solutions for statutory upgrades, including accessibility improvements and fire safety compliance for commercial properties.
