Functions of the Building Regulations

• To secure the health, safety, welfare and convenience of people working in or about buildings.
• To control the conservation of fuel and power
• Sustainable resulting in better infrastructure and assets for District Council area
• Quality control in the building industry”

Building Control Department is

• Independent
• Impartial
• Accountable
  • to Elected Representatives
  • all decisions discoverable in Court

What do the Public get for their Money?

• Expert opinion
• Full assessment
• Geological knowledge/archives
• Assistance
  • technical
  • regulatory
  • general advice
• Regular site inspections