The Regulations require that the person for whom the work is being carried out shall give the Local Authority notice of certain stages of work. The relevant stages (where applicable) are as follows :
Commencement of works
Appraisal of existing structure
Excavations for foundations
Basement/tanking
Oversite Preparation
Damp proof course laid
Structural support beams
Superstructure
Roof structure prior to internal cladding
Preplaster
Drains: Foulwater/rainwater
Fire stopping
Occupation of building or part of building
Completion
It may be necessary for additional inspections to be made at key stages. This could be organised with the Surveyor at the time of commencement of works.
How to book a Building Control Inspection
By Telephone - 01353 665555
Inspections are taken during Customer Support Office office hours which are:
08:45 - 17:00 Monday to Thursday
08:45 - 16:30 Friday
Telephone calls requesting inspections for the same day will be accepted providing they are received by 10.00am on that day.
Please ensure the following information is provided:
Contact name and telephone number
Date inspection required
Application number (if known)
Site Address
Inspection required e.g foundations
