Carrickfergus Borough Council - Making An Application

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Making An Application

Work Requiring An Application

Anyone intending to carry out work to which Building Regulations apply must lodge an application with Building Control. Some examples of such work are: ~

• Erecting a new building
• Extending an existing building
• Changing the use of a building (e.g. house to offices)
• Converting a roofspace or garage
• Carrying out structural alterations - for example: ~
  Replacing existing walls, floors, roofs, stairs
  Making two rooms into one
  Removal of a chimney breast
  Installing cavity walls or lining walls/ceilings with sheeting or boarding
  Replacing fire doors
• Provision of services or fittings - for example: ~
  Installation of central heating
  Replacement/relining flues
  Installation of new sanitary appliances (not replacement only)

Exemptions

There are certain works that are exempt from requiring an application. For further details please contact Building Services.

You can apply for Building Control Approval by downloading the application form below and returning it to the Building Services Department with the appropriate fee, and any relevant documentation.

Building Control Application Form

Extensive information on Building Control Approval can be found by visiting the Building Control Northern Ireland website. You will also find a useful fees calculator to work out your plan and inspection fees prior to submitting your application.