What is a Form 7 and when is it required in QLD?
Summary (TL;DR)
A Form 7 (Notification of Responsible Person) is a mandatory Queensland Government form. A licensed plumber must lodge it with the local council before commencing any regulated plumbing or drainage work, and use it again to book inspections and declare the work compliant upon completion.
Understanding the Form 7 (Queensland)
If you're a licensed plumber operating in Queensland, the Form 7 is the most important piece of paperwork you deal with. It is the official way you notify the local government that you are taking responsibility for a plumbing installation.
When is a Form 7 Required?
You must lodge a Form 7 for any "regulated work" under the Plumbing and Drainage Act 2018. This generally includes:
- Installing new sanitary plumbing or drainage (e.g., a new house or extension)
- Installing or altering an on-site sewerage facility (septic tank)
- Connecting to the council sewer or water main
- Major bathroom or kitchen renovations involving new points
Note: Minor work (like replacing a tap washer or swapping a like-for-like hot water system) is classed as "notifiable work" or "minor work" and typically requires a Form 4, not a Form 7.
The Three Stages of Form 7
The Form 7 is actually used at three different stages of a job:
- Notification: Lodged before work starts to tell council you are the responsible person.
- Inspection Request: Used to book the council inspector for rough-in or final inspections.
- Action Completed: Signed and lodged after the final inspection to declare the work complies with AS/NZS 3500 and the approved plans.
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