What are building control plans?
The Building Control is carried out to guarantee that any new building work aligns with the building regulations. This is done by reviewing the plans and details submitted with an application and then inspecting the construction work as it progresses on site.
Can you view building control applications?
You can follow the progress of a building regulation application, search a weekly list of applications and decisions and view historic applications and property details, including maps, through our building regulation applications database.
Does building control check planning permission?
Submit your building regulations application You can apply to your local building control authority in one of two ways: a) Full Plans application: For the majority of these applications the building control team will check and ‘approve’ the plans before work starts.
What should be included in a building control application?
Full plan submission
- A plan of the proposed building or extension.
- A cross-section showing the construction details.
- An elevation.
- A block plan at a scale of 1:1250 showing the location of the site and the drainage details.
How are building control fees calculated?
The amount of fees payable to Building Control will be dependent on the nature of work undertaken. Where works do not encompass small buildings, extensions or conversions the fee can be calculated on an “estimated cost of works” basis. The estimated cost should be based on a contractors cost to carry out such work.
What powers do building control have?
Ten essential functions of Building Control
- Encourage innovation to produce energy efficient and sustainable buildings.
- Support local, regional and national businesses.
- Educate and inform building professionals, contractors and trades people.
- Defend vulnerable communities and householders.
- Drive out rogue traders.
How do I find building Control approval?
You can check if you need building regulations approval for your building work on the:
- Local Authority Building Control (LABC) website.
- Planning Portal.
What happens if you build without building regs?
The Local Authority has to see that building work complies with the Regulations. If the work does not comply, you may be asked to alter or remove it. If you fail to do this, the Local Authority may serve a notice requiring you do so within 28 days, and you will be liable for the costs.
Do I need planning permission or building regs?
It is generally realised that a form of permission is required for building work or alterations of properties. For other building work, such as internal alterations, buildings regulations approval will probably be needed, but planning permission may not be.
How long do building plans take to be approved?
Although timeframes vary, a rule of thumb is that plan approval can take up to 30 days.
Where can I apply for building control in the UK?
We’re the national home of Building Control applications for England and Wales. If you need more information about building control or are unsure if your project requires a Building Control application please visit the Planning Portal’s information resources. The building control application service is separate to the planning application service.
How does Jersey planning and building portal work?
The Jersey Planning and Building Portal allows you to access services such as: find out whether you need permission for work to your home or business request advice on what you need to provide or whether your application would be successful check the progress of your application and receive electronic updates on important stages
What’s the difference between planning permission and building regulations?
What is the difference between planning permission and building regulations approval? How do I find out about Building Regulations? How do I reset my building control password? How do I create a building control account? How do I submit a building control application? How do I choose an alternative LABC department to submit my application to?
What are the building regulations in the UK?
Building control Building regulations are minimum standards for design, construction and alterations to virtually every building. The regulations are developed by the UK government and approved by Parliament. The Building Regulations 2010 cover the construction and extension of buildings and these regulations are supported by Approved Documents.
