No person may commence the demolition of a building or part, unless they have given written notice to the Council of their intention to do so and have received a notice from the Council stating their requirements in respect of that demolition. The Council can make certain conditions about such things as the sealing of drains and the support and weatherproofing of adjacent buildings.

The Notice of Demolition Form - Section 80 is available to download, please send the completed form to the address at the top of the notice.

You can also notify use through our on-line submission service - please see link. 

The Council require at least six weeks written notice before any demolition commences. The notice must clearly show the premises or part to be demolished and have a copy of a suitable location plan showing the premises, adjacent buildings and roads. 

A copy of the notice must also be forwarded to:

1. The occupier of any adjacent building
2. All the gas, water, telephone, drainage and any other utility companies likely to be affected.
3. The Health and Safety Executive

The prior written approval of the relevant Planning Authority may also be required for some demolition works.  You are advised to check with either Craven District Council or The Yorkshire Dales National Park Planning Authority as appropriate prior to commencement of any demolition works.

You should also contact North Yorkshire County Council Highways Department about any works or fencing affecting any footpaths or highways, or excavations in the Highway. You will become legally liable for any damage caused to any highway or footpath or drain caused during the demolition works. You are advised to photograph all the area before the demolition commences and note any existing damage to streets, footpaths and adjoining buildings.