Making an Application

When You Need to Make a Building Control Application

Any of the following work requires either a Full Plans Application or a Building Notice:

Full plans applications include:

• Erection of a new building
• Extensions to an existing building
• Roof space conversions to create a habitable room or an extra storey
• Building change of use
• Installation or alteration of services and fittings

Building Notice Applications include:

• Replacement combustion appliances (boilers, stoves)
• Installation, extension, or conversion of heating systems
• Insulation (cavity and loft)
• Solar panels
• Small extensions (<10m²)
• Porches (<5m²)
• Replacement conservatory roof

Important: Work to a non-domestic property cannot use the Building Notice route.

Pre-submission application

For non-domestic applications, a free pre-submission consultation is available.

Complete a pre-submission application form, available online or from the office.

Unauthorised Work

If work has been completed without a Full Plans or Building Notice Application, it is considered unauthorised.

When making an application please ensure that it is sent to the office that will be inspecting the work, refer to area details here.  

Submitting an Application

1. Choose the correct office based on the location of the work.

2. Online submission (recommended):

• Register a secure account on the Council Direct website with email and password.
• Submit applications and payments online via a step-by-step process.
• Accepts debit or credit cards.
• Includes a built-in fee calculator.
• Multiple properties can be submitted under one account.

3. Validation and Inspection:

• Applications are validated within 2 working days.
• After validation, contact the relevant office to arrange inspections.

Online Application Link: To submit an online Building Notice or Regularisation Application click here.  

Contact Us 

T: 0330 137 4003
E: buildingcontrol@nmandd.org