Before you apply for building regulations we advise you to check that you need them first. There are different types of applications depending on the type of project:

• full plans
• building notice
• regularisation
• demolitions

Approval with full plans

These are used for most developments. The application will be granted if the plans comply with the building regulations. This means agreeing your design before you start work. You will need to send us all the information, including your plans, calculations and specifications which must include details of drainage provision and sewer locations.

Applications

Before you apply we will need:

• the address of the works
• what type of works you are carrying out
• documents including location plan, existing/proposed floor plans, structural details, photographs of works being carried out and any certificates

Apply for full plans

What happens next

We aim to look at your application within 10 working days and a decision will be made within five weeks, unless it is agreed this can be extended.

A decision will then be issued within five weeks of receipt of the application unless you agree to the period being extended. The application will then be granted, granted subject to further information being submitted or rejected. If your plans are refused you will not be charged to resubmit your plans. You can start work before a decision is made but it will be at your own risk.

Fees

Our fees vary depending on the type of work being carried out.

Planning Portal

The Planning Portal offers a service for planning and building control applications. Find out more on the Planning Portal website.