Building Control

Before you make any big changes to your property, you need to check whether 'Building Regulations Approval' is required. This section details the procedures and requirements for the regulations along with advice and relevant forms.

|	Do I need Building Regulations Approval?
The majority of Building Projects require approval under the Building Regulations, these include...
|	How do I make a Building Regulations Application?
There are two ways of making a Building Regulations application, a full plans application or a building notice application. Full details of both of these methods can be found in this page.
|	Loft Conversions
Many houses have a large space under their roofs normally known as the loft or attic. This may offer an ideal opportunity for expanding your home. The Guide to Loft Conversions informs how Building Regulations will affect your conversion.
|	Sound Insulation
The revised sound insulation regulations came into force on 1st July 2003...
|	When will my Project be Inspected?
A large part of the Building Control service is the inspection of your project as the work progresses. Your project will be inspected regularly as the building goes up but it is important that we are called in to inspect the following stages...
|	Dangerous Structures
Information on reporting a potentially dangerous structure.
|	Demolitions
Information about demolishing a building or structure.
|	Open and Derelict Buildings
The Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1982, Section 29, gives the Council the power to serve notice with regard to unoccupied buildings...