Do I need approval?
- Introduction, fees and forms
- Internal alterations of your property
- Building or altering a garden or boundary wall
- Building an extension to a house or flat
- Building a garage extension
- Building a detached garage or ancillary building
- Converting or altering a loft space
- Installing replacement windows
- Converting a house into flats
- Converting a house into a shop or office
- Converting all or part of an office or shop
- Installing, altering or replacing a shopfront
- Installing plumbing, waste removal and heating appliances
- Re-wire
- Carrying out repairs to your property
You must get approval to convert your house into a shop or office.
Whether or not you need Building Regulations approval, you may need Planning Permission. The Planning Control section will be able to advise you in this matter.
You may also need approval from the local Fire Authority. Please contact us for their contact details.
You may have obligations under the Party Wall Act 1996. You should consult a party wall surveyor or advisor for guidance in this matter.
