Building Control: Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the Building Regulations?
2. Is Planning Approval the same as Building Control Approval?
3. What work is subject to Building Regulations?
4. Why should I use Building Control?
5. Are there penalties for contravening Building Regulations?
6. How long does the Council have to take formal enforcement action for a contravention of the Building Regulations?
7. What will the charges be?
8. When can I start the work?
9. Does the approval of plans permit me to build on or over the boundary onto my neighbour's property?
10. Can you recommend a builder or tradesman?
11. Is there any documentation I should keep?
12. Who do I inform of a building I suspect to be unsafe?
13. If I want to install or replace electric wiring and equipment, will the Building Regulations apply?
14. If I have any Building Control problems who do I turn to?

Contact Information:

By telephone: 01628 796870

24 hour inspection hotline: 01628 796885

By Fax: 01628 796886

By email: building.control@rbwm.gov.uk

By post: Contact us

Web page: Building Control Home page

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