How do I submit a building control application?

Building control applications can be submitted to your local authority building control department or an approved inspector. To get started you will need to register for a building control account. Sign in with your building control account details to start an application.

How long do building regs take to be approved?

This is the most thorough option. You can expect a decision within 5 weeks, or 2 months with your consent. You’ll get a completion certificate within 8 weeks of completion of the building work as long as it complies.

How long does a building notice last?

three years
A ‘building notice’ is valid for three years from the date the notice was given to the local authority, after which it will automatically lapse if the building work has not commenced.

What is the difference between a building notice and building regulations?

When works on site start you can be sure that, provided you build in accordance with the approved plans, the works will comply with the Building Regulations. A Building Notice is a written notice that you intend to carry out building work and does not normally mean that you have to submit detailed drawings.

How long can Council enforce building regulations?

In terms of building regulation compliance, the reality is that the council have to take action within 12 months of the work being completed, although it is open to them to serve a dangerous structure notice at any time if there is reason to.

Can I sell my house without building regs?

Yes, you, even if the previous owner was the one who made the building alterations. This means that if you don’t make the appropriate actions and the building regulation standards aren’t met, you can get fined or even face court proceedings.

Do you have to submit building plans to Manchester City Council?

Check if your work complies with building regulations. Depending on the work, we may ask you to submit plans and calculations at a later stage. You do not get a formal approval notice like you do with full plans.

How are charges set by Manchester City Council?

Our scheme of charges provides information on how the council sets its building regulations charges – the scheme does not contain any tables or lists of charges – if you require a charge quotation please either phone or send us an email request.

Do you need to submit plans with your building application?

You don’t need to submit plans with your application, but you must feel confident that the works comply with building regulations or you risk having to correct it after we’ve inspected it. Check if your work complies with building regulations.

How to get a quote from Manchester City Council?

To help us provide the best possible price for your scheme you can ask for a quote online and we will contact you within 24 hours. Alternatively call us on 0161 234 4490 between 8.30am and 4pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays).