Building control fees
The Building Safety Levy (BSL) will come into effect on 1 October 2026. It is a tax on new dwellings and new bedspaces in purpose‑built student accommodation (PBSA).
Developers must pay the levy on certain building control applications or notices before completion or occupation of the building. The Council will collect the levy.
The Building Safety Levy (England) Regulations 2025 sets out how the levy will operate.
Before you build, extend or convert a property in the borough, you or your agent must advise our building control team by submitting a full plans or building notice application.
You can pay online when you submit your application.
If you are completing a paper application and you are unable to pay online, please give us a call and we will take debit or credit card payments over the phone.
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