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If you are considering building works or alterations to your home or premises, you may legally need to seek Building Regulation approval. Building Regulations have three main purposes:

  • to ensure the health and safety of people in and around buildings;
  • the conservation of fuel and energy;
  • access to and use of buildings.
There are two ways to obtain approval and provision to regularise unauthorised work. Use the guides below for more information and details on how to apply:

The following guides may also be of help:

We are a professionally qualified and experienced team, members of Local Authority Building Control (LABC Services) . A Brief History of Building Control explains why building regulations were formed.