Apply for building control approval

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Building Notice Submission

Used for smaller projects, it's a formal notice that you intend to start your building project. Building Notices cannot be used for groundworks within 3 metres of a sewer, for buildings open to the public or for other buildings subject to the Regulatory Reform Order 2005 (Fire Safety), e.g. office buildings.

What type of building regulations application do I need?

You can begin your project two days after you submit your notice.

We will not check your designs before you begin works. You will not receive a decision notice.

The project will be inspected as it progresses but be prepared to obtain further information if asked for it. If we're not happy with the work, you may have to rectify this at your own cost.

When the project is finished, and we're satisfied with the work, you'll receive a completion certificate.

From 1st October 2023 you must submit the duty holders contact details with your application.

  • Applicant – the person making the application
  • Client – the person for whom the work is being carried out
  • Principal Designer – the sole or lead designer appointed under regulation 11D responsible for the designs and sign off of plans to submit for Building Control Approval
  • Principal Contractor – the contractor appointed under regulation 11D who carries out the building work

For extensions, specify the floor size in m2 and provide a plan of the site, showing its position. For other works, provide the estimated cost.

Submit a building notice

You will be contacted to arrange card payment for fees.
 

Page last reviewed: 1 April 2025