Building Control
Apply for Building Regulations
To make an application you may
Payments for all building regulations fees may be made in person
(cheque or cash), over the telephone or by post.
Submit-a-Plan is a free service which enables anyone with web
access to submit Building Control applications electronically.
Make your next Building Control application online at
Submit-a-plan (external link)
Benefits of Submit-a-plan
- Free to use
- Open 24 hours a day
- No printing or postage required
- Easy registration and submission process
- Progress of Applications can be tracked online
Either a 'Full Plans' or a 'Building Notice' application must be
submitted before commencing most building work, including internal
alterations, even where Planning Permission is not needed. There
are exemptions for many conservatories, porches, sheds, small
garages and some other work.
Our Building Control Service
If you talk to us about your designs at an early stage, you may
avoid costly alterations later. Our surveyors have the technical
expertise and local knowledge to help you to overcome any Building
Control problems.
We can also help to co-ordinate your applications with other
Local Authority services including
- Planning (Development Control)
- Cumbria Highways
- Main drainage
- Environmental Health
- The Fire Authority
We provide the best possible Building Control Service for
Architects, Builders and Developers and ensure that building work
continues to satisfy National Building Regulations. As we handle
about 1,400 Building Control submissions each year, we split the
district into two sections, with one team dedicated to each
area.
We are also responsible for
- dealing with dangerous buildings and structures
- giving advice and permission for demolition works
- safety at sports grounds
- access for disabled persons
- Carlisle Shopmobility
- street naming and numbering.