About Us

 

About Us

Collinson Fogarty Laws Pty, less formally known as CFL Building Surveyors, is a Melbourne based firm of private building surveyors located in the eastern suburbs (Mont Albert). After commencing in 1995, Fogarty & Akrititis merged to form CFL in 2008.

For over 30 years we have been providing building certification and consultation to a broad range of building projects including but not limited to residential, commercial, educational and government sectors. CFL has a high level of expertise and experience in custom design residential dwellings and have carried out the role of Relevant Building Surveyor for hundreds of high end residential projects throughout Melbourne and Victoria; we understand the complexities and individuality of each project, and aim to assess each design from a performance based perspective.

As a team, we pride ourselves on our ‘can do’ attitude, availability and efficient service. There is no project too small for which we are willing to provide prompt, professional and effective advice ensuring your project meets the requirements of Victorian and Australian building standards.

Our aim for each project is to maintain an accessible relationship with stakeholders, whilst providing a thorough and practical approach to building solutions.

 

Our Team

Directors

Stuart Collinson 

As a registered Building Surveyor for over 30 years, Stuart Collinson has had extensive experience in building permits and inspections for all types of building projects. Stuart's carpentry background, together with his 20 years in local government, gave him a solid foundation to enter into the private sector in 2008. He has also completed further studies in fire technology and has been Relevant Building Surveyor for numerous multi-storey commercial buildings.

Personal note about Stuart:

He’s got a sense of humour… but nobody gets it!

Brendan O'Connor

Brendan has over a decade of experience as a registered building practitioner in the categories of Building Inspector and Building Surveyor. Brendan prides himself on his communication, availability, responsiveness and efficiency, and believes that each individual project should be assessed on its own merits from a performance based perspective. At CFL you will find him liaising with clients, stakeholders and reporting authorities as required to ensure the building permit application process is completed as professionally and efficiently as possible.

Personal note about Brendan:

Brendan has a keen interest in running, and enjoys heading to the beach with family. When he has the time, he will burden himself by watching North Melbourne try to be a reasonable football team in the AFL (with no success).

 

Brett Laing

With over 20 years of experience in the industry as a carpenter and registered builder, Brett is well versed in construction and has a keen eye for detail. Brett has utilised his registration as a Building Inspector, and Building Surveyor in a broad range of building projects, and is passionate about delivering a responsive and efficient service. 

 

 

Other Key Staff

Tina Panahi (Office Manager/Accounts)

 

Robyn Knight (Admin Support/Accounts)