The following are the stages at which notification should be given to the Council for most building projects. However, as all jobs are individual our inspector may request that other stages are inspected once work has commenced on site.

Commencement ? Notification is required 2 working days before commencement of the works.

Foundations excavated ? This is required before the concrete is poured.

Damp-proof course and Ground floor oversite ? This is required when the ground floor oversite is prepared before concreting. (Note that other types of floor construction are required to be inspected before they are covered up).

Structural timbers, steelwork, or concrete beams ? This is required before they are covered up.

Drains for foul and surface water ? This is required before backfilling.

Drains testing

Roof structure ? This is required before tiling or plaster boarding.

Occupied before completion (where relevant) ? An inspection can be carried out if the building is to be occupied before it can be considered complete for Building Regulations.

Work completed ? This inspection is carried out once all the work is completed.

When the work is found to be satisfactory and all other relevant inspections have been made, a Completion Certificate for the work can be issued. (Note that most house sales require a Completion Certificate for any works undertaken to which Building Regulations Approval apply).

To arrange an inspection please call the Building Control Office on 01865 252860.