The Building Control Service has the responsibility of dealing with dangerous buildings in the District and is on call 24 hours a day, every day of the year to carry out inspections on buildings and structures that are reported as dangerous.

On site the Building Control Officer determines the extent and nature of danger. This may result in immediate action being taken due to the imminently dangerous condition of the building or part of the building. In less serious cases it may be necessary only to have the building roped and lamped to prevent members of the public going near the danger. The owner is then contacted to rectify the situation. If the danger is not removed within a reasonable time, legal action can be taken against the owner.