Demolition works
If you intend to demolish a building, or part of a
building, in most cases you must notify us before work
begins. We may need to impose requirements on the way the
demolition work is carried out.
These requirements may include:
- limitations on the hours of work
- requirements to notify adjoining owners and service providers
(gas, water, electricity etc.)
- impose a restriction on burning any materials on site
- provisions to limit the effects on adjoining properties
(excessive dust, noise etc.)
- provisions to remove and dispose of any asbestos found in the building
safely.
Please note that you must not start demolition until you
have:
- notified us, in writing, of your intentions - application forms
are available here
- received a notice back from us listing any requirements that
are applicable in your case. As this may take up to 10 working
days, you should notify us of your intentions as early as possible
to avoid any unnecessary delays
Please contact building control for advice
if:
- you intend to carry out demolition works, and are unsure if
notification will be required in your particular case,or
- demolition works are being carried out near you and are causing
problems
Please note that if you intend to demolish a dwelling you may also
need to obtain planning consent first.