Building Control ensures that all new buildings are structurally safe and provide a healthy environment, as well as meeting the needs for energy conservation and access for disabled people. In most cases you will not only require Planning Approval to begin building work, but are also likely to require Building Regulation Approval.
The regulations also apply to certain changes of use of existing buildings. You may also need approval from the Council if the work you want to do involves building over a sewer or a drain. Please contact us to discuss specific requirements.
Building Control News
Our fees increased by 4% on April 6 2008, the new fee sheet is available to view here
Booking Inspections
There are a number of ways that you can request a Site Inspection, click here for details
Report a Dangerous Structure
There are a number of ways that you can report a Dangerous Structure, click here for details
Let us know how we are doing
You can now complete our feedback form online, click here for details
Building Regulations Part P - Electrical Safety
From 1 January 2005 the design, installation, inspection and testing of electrical installations is controlled under the Building Regulations.
The new Part P applies mainly to dwelling houses and flats including gardens and outbuildings such as sheds, detached garages and greenhouses. A factsheet answering some common questions is available to download.
Goodwill Advice
As well as applying for Building Regulations Approval, please remember you may also need the permission of others as well. A factsheet giving more details is available to download.
Common Building Control Questions
Contacts
For specific technical enquiries related to building control contact us by e-mail at ContactBC@eppingforestdc.gov.uk
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