Contact us before 10am to request an inspection the same day.
Book a site inspection
Please use our online form to book a site inspection with us.
Use the Site Inspection app
Use the Local Authority Building Control (LABC) app. It's free and enables you to conveniently contact us to request a site inspection.
Other ways to book an inspection
Call us on 01275 884 550.
Send an email to bc.info@n-somerset.gov.uk.
Stages that need to be inspected
- excavation for foundations
- damp proof course
- ground floors
- drains
- first floor timbers
- structural beams, posts, connections, etc
- roof timbers and beams
- insulation
- completion of work
Additional inspections may be required and we may also carry out unscheduled visits.
When to start work
Once a Full Plans application has been deposited or a Building Notice given, work can start on site. You or your builder need to notify us at various stages of the build.
Planning permission and/or other approvals may be required before you can start work on your building project. If you're in any doubt please visit the planning advice section on the North Somerset Council website.