These information leaflets are also available at the Council Access Points.  Use the link(s) below to view these leaflets, which are all 

The information leaflets below have been produced with the aim of providing assistance should you be considering a building or house improvement project, submitting an application for building warrant or have encountered problem due to work that has been carried out without the necessary permissions having been obtained.

Our leaflet ‘Exempt Works’ clarifies work that may be undertaken without a Building Warrant.  It is recommended however that in all cases, you confirm such exemptions with a Building Standards Officer.

Building Standards Charter – provides a commitment as to the service you may expect from Building Standards

How to apply for a Building Warrant  – provide advice and guidance in regard to making an application for a building warrant

Certification Structural Design – explains how structural design work may be certified

Certification Electrical Installation - explains how electrical work may be certified as complying with building regulations

Infiltration Systems – clarifies requirements for septic tanks, soakaways and infiltration systems serving septic tanks

List of Approved Certifiers of Design for effluent disposal and infiltrations systems.

Exempt Works – provides clarifications as to works that may be carried out without a building warrant

Work Carried out Without Building – provides guidance where work has been carried out without a building warrant

Letter of Comfort – applies where work has been carried out without a building warrant over 10 years previous or where no Completion Certificate has been obtained on a time expired Building Warrant

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