Building control for residential alterations

Building regulations apply to residential alterations and extensions.

You can download detailed advice below.

Building control residential guides:

Extensions – a homeowner's guide to expanding your living space (PDF 27.4MB)

You can also read our web pages on:

internal alterations

replacement glazing

electrical work

party walls, boundary walls and excavations

conservatories and porches

household extension

roof space conversions

chimney stack removal

garage conversions and exempt garages

Please read our guidance pages. You can contact us if you need further advice.