Our Services

Local Authority Building Control

If you want to construct, extend or alter a dwelling or a building, it is likely that you will need to make an application under the building regulations.

Our building control team can process the applications and carry out inspections to ensure that building work satisfies the standards.

Depending on the scale and type of work involved you may use either a full plans application or submit a building notice.

It is important that you choose the right builder to carry out work on your property. It is just as important to choose the right building control service provider.

So why choose local authority building control?

We endeavour to provide the very best service in building control. Whether you are a large developer undertaking a multi-million pound project or a homeowner carrying out alterations to your home, we are totally committed to helping you in any way we can.

We recognise that all our customers have different needs. As a result, it isn't possible to satisfy all of these needs on a single site visit.

Below are some testimonials from previous customers:

We would once again like to extend our gratitude to you and your team for resolving the matter so promptly and professionally.
– Wayne Brett, Throwley

Thank you for coming out so promptly to check the garages.
– Christine Kane, Charing

Extremely pleased with services provided by building control at Ashford, Kent.
– T Lee, Mouchel

What we offer:

Pre-application service

Extensive pre-application advice at any stage to suit your needs.
Help with issues such as fire safety design, access issues and escape routes in case of fire.
We can also set-up meetings between yourself, other council departments and Kent Fire and Rescue Service.

Application process

Full technical assessment of your scheme within 15 days from validation
Highly competitive fees
Receipt of electronic applications/plans
Formal decision notice issued
Full formal consultation process with external bodies – Kent Fire and Rescue Service, Southern Water Ltd, etc.

Site inspection service

Inspection notification framework available for each individual project
Qualified Building Control surveyors who will constantly be looking for cost effective solutions to regulatory challenges and who act with complete impartiality and flexibility
Extensive and unrivalled experience on every conceivable type of project
Issue of formal completion certificate when your project satisfies building regulation standards