Building control - applications
The Building Control system exists to make sure that buildings are properly designed and constructed so as to ensure the health, safety, welfare and convenience of people using them.
The Building Control system exists to make sure that buildings are properly designed and constructed so as to ensure the health, safety, welfare and convenience of people using them.
Powers in relation to the demolition of buildings.
Demolition - Enforcement
Building or demolition works can cause problems for neighbours of the site. You can reduce or avoid causing any nuisance to the neighbours, or action being taken by the council, if you follow this advice.
Big improvements to energy efficiency in your home can be made quickly and cheaply by eliminating unnecessary heat loss by using draught proofing materials such as draught proofing strips and temporary "plastic film" secondary glazing products.
Building control - enforcement
If the work you intend to carry out needs Building Regulations approval there are two options available to you i.e. Full Plans or Building Notice. Each option normally requires a fee.
Completion of Work Certificates
A Local Authority 'Completion Certificate' provides peace of mind and helps to make a property more attractive to prospective purchasers.
What happens when work starts?
Dangerous Buildings and Structures
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.
These registers provide details of any building control applications and notifications that fall within the Craven District area, which includes properties falling within the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
What kind of works require Building Regulations Approval?
Most types of building works require some form of Building Regulations approval to ensure their safety, these can include: -
From this page you will be able to pay your building control fees.
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Page last updated: 08 March 2012
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