Find out how to apply for building regulations, what you need to do if you plan to demolish a building and how to report a dangerous building.
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After submitting a plan, fees are usually payable in two stages.
If submitting a building notice, it must be accompanied by the fee. This is a once-only payment and covers the above procedures. We may be able to offer a reduction of up to 30% on the plan fee if:
Contact us to discuss how we could save you money. Applications to regularise unauthorised work of any type is subject to fees that are exempt from VAT.
We will contact you for payment. As a guideline, you can pay for your fees by:
phone: using a credit or debit card, call any of the numbers below:
Demolition is covered by section 80-83 of the Building Act. If you intend to demolish a building, you must complete the demolition notice form and pay a £100 fee. Please return to your area office. View cancellation rights You also need to inform the building control section. Any building in excess of 1,750cu.ft in volume will require permission to demolish. Minor demolition works may not require notification to building control, but the demolisher may need to notify adjoining owners and statutory authorities – such as the gas and electric board. Other works may also need to be carried out, such as:
You may have to obtain planning permission to demolish your building if it is:
To report a dangerous structure, please contact customer services by:
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