What is a certificate of final inspection?

The building permit states whether an occupancy permit or a certificate of final inspection is required. If an occupancy permit is not required, a certificate of final inspection is issued by the relevant building surveyor after approval of the final inspection stage.

The purpose of the certificate of final inspection is to identify a start date for the liability period for building faults.

 Source: Occupancy Permits and Certificates of Final Inspection by City of Stonnington