Internal alterations, installation of fittings and structural alterations are all likely to require building regulations approval.

Installation of fittings includes:

  • Replacement windows (though not if installed by a Registered member of FENSA or CERTASS)
  • Additional sanitary fittings (but not including direct replacements)
  • Installation of a multi-fuel stove

Internal alterations includes:

  • Formation of an additional room (including splitting an existing room into two separate rooms)

Structural alterations includes:

  • Underpinning work
  • A new window or door opening
  • Removal or partial removal of a load bearing wall, or a chimney breast

For further clarification, please contact Building Control.

Apply for approval

Please contact the Building Control team for a copy of the application form you require via email or by phone:

Please contact Building Control regarding fees:

Non-domestic premises

All non-domestic work must use the following form:

Please contact the Building Control Helpline and the Team will be able to provide you with a fee quote

  • 0161 770 4122