Building control FAQs
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What is the difference between planning and building control services?
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What charges must I pay if I need to send in a building regulation application?
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Do you deal with maintenance and repair to council houses?
No we do not deal with repair and maintenance work. If you live in a council house or flat and you need repairs done you should contact the Housing Departments Repairlink service for your area. If however, you are intending to do building works such as structural alterations, a building regulation application is required in the same way as privately owned property.
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What will happen if I don't send in an application for work which needs your approval?
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Do I need to let you know if I want to build a conservatory or porch?
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Do I need to let you know if I want to build a detached shed or garage?
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My gas boiler has to be replaced. Do I need to notify the council?
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Do I need permission to convert my garage into a habitable room?
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Can you recommend a builder, architect, building surveyor or structural engineer?
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Can you come to my house and discuss building plans before I send in an application?
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Can you help me in a disagreement about the boundary of my home?