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Building Control

The Building Control Section aims to provide a customer friendly service of the highest standard. A recent independent Best Value inspection concluded that we provide a 'good' 2 star service.

Our officers have an indepth knowledge of building construction and a detailed understanding of the Building Regulations and how they are applied.

We are independent and are not employed by any party involved in the building project. Our only interest is that the building work complies with the required legislation.

Our officers are committed to the provision of a Local Authority based Building Control service. Unlike the private sector we are accountable through Council Members.

We are responsible for the control of building development to ensure that health and safety standards are achieved in construction and means of escape and to ensure that minimum standards are achieved in energy efficiency and access for the disabled.

The service is in competition with the private sector and all work is fee earning, with the exception of work designed to provide access or facilities for the disabled.

The service must be self financing over 3 year periods.

In addition, the service is responsible for dealing with Dangerous Structures under the Building Act and functions under the Safety at Sports Grounds Act.

Our staff are available to assist you in any queries that you may have and will be pleased to offer any pre application advice.

Site inspections are guaranteed for the same working day if the request is made before 10.00am, but we will endeavor to fulfill any requests made later.