FAQs

What electrical work requires notification to the local authority?

The list below describes typical examples of electrical installation work and locations that require advance notification to our building control department.

Type of work:

• New installation, rewire or partial rewire
• New consumer unit
• One or more new circuits
• Modifying a circuit in a kitchen or special location or involves a special installation
• Telephone or control wiring (in special location/installation)
• New outdoor wiring such as garden lighting or power installations
• A new socket-outlet on an outside wall
• Heating (central heating/room heating/hot water/boiler/controls
• Special installation:- eg electric floor/ceiling heating, outdoor lighting/power, ELV lighting; generators, Solar photovoltaic systems

Locations:

• Building sharing supply with dwelling
• Shared areas of block of flats such as laundries
• Common area of block of flats
• Flat Dwelling house
• Detached shed, garage or greenhouse
• Kitchen
• Garden
• Special location: e.g. a room containing bath or shower, swimming pool, paddling pool, sauna

If you are in any doubt about the work you intend to carry out, or if you have any questions, contact our building control department for advice.

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