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Submit a building notice

You may need to submit a building notice for works to an existing property.
Planning fees increasing

Planning fees are changing from 1 April 2025. Fees for planning applications will rise by 1.7%. A draft fee schedule is published on the Planning Portal. Other non-statutory planning fees will increase by an average of 2.7%.

When to submit a notice

You need to submit a building notice for works including:

  • loft conversion

  • new roof

  • replacement windows garage/carport

  • drainage

  • electrical works

This list is not exhaustive. Contact us if you're not sure if you should submit a notice.

Cost

You need to pay a fee to us when you submit your building notice application. View our building control fees.

Submit a building notice form

What happens next

  • we will send you an email confirmation with your reference number, after we receive your application
  • you’ll be given the name and contact details of your site inspector while we process your application

Contact

Building Control

Fourth Floor, Laurence House, 1 Catford Road, London, SE6 4RU
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