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Building control

Safety in and around buildings is of prime concern. The Building Control service helps make sure that your building project complies with building regulations.

Whether you are planning to build a small extension, a new property or just changing the use of your premises, talk to us before you do anything.

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Lewisham building control service

We offer a top quality service to businesses and the general public, advising on all construction matters. We offer the following services free of charge:

  • Building regulations and fire safety guidance
  • Pre-application advice
  • Advice throughout your building project
  • Guidance on LANTAC

There is a fee payable to Lewisham Council when you submit full plans or building notice applications. See our fees chart for more details.

Building control approval

If you are planning to build a new property or make structural changes to an existing property, you may need to apply for building control approval. Detailed information about building control approval.

Our team will inspect your site to make sure that your building project complies with building regulations. More about site inspections.

Millwall Football Club
The Building Control team play an active role in ensuring public safety at Millwall Football Club, in partnership with Lewisham’s Licensing Officers and Health and Safety team.
Contact us
Building control
Tel: 020 8314 8233