Building Control Provider Finder
Find the local authority building control (LABC) contact details for any council in England, and see how they compare to private approved inspectors. Both routes give you a legally valid completion certificate.
Building control at a glance
Every project that needs building regulations approval requires sign-off from either your local authority building control team or a registered private approved inspector. Both issue a legally equivalent completion certificate on sign-off.
Building regulations and planning permission are separate processes. Most major work requires both — but building regulations approval must be in place before or as work starts.
Find your local building control
Select the council for the property where the building work will be carried out — not necessarily where you live.
Related guides
Full comparison of local authority building control and private approved inspectors — costs, pros, cons, and which is right for your project.
Free ToolFind out whether your project needs building regulations approval and which Approved Documents apply.
Free GuideEverything you need to know about building regulations in England — what they cover, how to apply, costs, timescales, and the Full Plans vs Building Notice routes.