Can I view building control applications online?

Obtaining copies of building control documents Prospective purchasers or neighbours are only able to have access to the information which is available online.

How long is a building control application valid for?

three years
A Building Regulation application is valid for three years from the date of deposit. If you have started the works within the three years, there is no time limit to finish. however the onus is on the owner to ensure regular visits to check progress are being requested.

Can Building Regs be applied retrospectively?

Yes, you can get retrospective building control approval. If you didn’t apply for building regs approval for the work before, or perhaps building work carried out by the previous owner didn’t have the relevant completion certificates, you can apply for ‘regularisation’ – retrospective approval.

How long does it take to get building regulations certificate?

Full plans You can expect a decision within 5 weeks, or 2 months with your consent. You’ll get a completion certificate within 8 weeks of completion of the building work as long as it complies.

Can I search Building Regulations application?

Using the building regulations database All building regulations applications are registered against a property and you can search for properties and their associated applications using our building regulations application database.

How long do councils keep building regulation records?

15 years
Please note that Building Control records are kept for 15 years in accordance with the Councils’ retention policy.

How long before building regs are not required?

In terms of building regulation compliance, the reality is that the council have to take action within 12 months of the work being completed, although it is open to them to serve a dangerous structure notice at any time if there is reason to.

Is it hard to get retrospective building regulations?

For most buyers it isn’t the cost of retrospective regularisation that deters them from going this route, it is the time that it takes to get it. There are huge pressures during the conveyancing process, and having to get the seller to allow access to the council for a retrospective inspection may be difficult.

Can I sell my house without building regulations certificate?

Yes, you, even if the previous owner was the one who made the building alterations. This means that if you don’t make the appropriate actions and the building regulation standards aren’t met, you can get fined or even face court proceedings.

Where can I apply for building regulations approval?

For a list of applications that are not available online, visit our paper form section . Alternatively, application forms can be printed, filled in by hand and sent to your local planning authority directly. You may need building regulations approval for alterations and improvements to an existing building as well as new buildings.

What do you need to know about Building Regulations 2010?

The Building Regulations 2010 cover the construction and extension of buildings. You might also need building regulations approval for many alteration projects, including if you plan to: replace fuse boxes and connected electrics.

Where to apply for building regulations in Scotland?

Contact a ‘building control body’ ( BCB) to check the building regulations or apply for approval. There are different rules in Scotland and Northern Ireland. There are 2 types of BCB. It’s up to you which you use. You can apply for approval from your council. You can apply through a private approved inspector.

How are building regulations different to planning permission?

Building regulations approval is different to planning permission although your project may need both. Contact a building control body for advice if you are unsure. What next? There may be other elements to consider for your project, not just planning and building regulations.