For information on how best to contact the Building Control team at Rochford District Council.
Find details about Building Control regulations on a property.
When you submit a building regulation application you will have to pay a fee, known as a 'Charge', to Rochford District Council based on the type or cost of the works.
For answers to some of the most common questions we get asked.
Information about what works a Building Notice submission is needed for.
Our Building Control team will assess the danger and respond accordingly to any report of a suspected dangerous structure.
If you intend to carry out demolition operations you must give notice in writing to the Council under Section 80 of the Act.
Building Regulations do not apply to certain buildings, including conservatories, porches, carports and detached garages.
Full Plans is the most popular way to make an application and accounts for the majority of applications we receive.
Did you submit a building regulations application before 15th June 2022, if so, you may be affected by the ending of the transitional provisions for new building regulation requirements.
Important legislation surrounding public and private sewage pipes.
If alterations or extensions have been undertaken without a Building Regulation application having been submitted, this may cause difficulties when you are trying to sell your property.
In order to make a reversion application you will need to contact your local authority building control team.
Once you have submitted your Building Regulation application and decided to start the building work you need to notify your Building Control Officer.