Enforcement
Building control carry out enforcement action where building work doesn't comply with regulations or there is any danger to health and safety of individuals.
Health and safety executive
The enforcement of site operations is outside the scope of building regulations.
If you are having construction or refurbishment work done, you may need to notify the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Non-compliance with the building regulations
Breach of the building regulations is a criminal offence and action may be taken under Section 35 of the Building Act 1984 against a person who contravenes them.
If convicted, that person can be fined up to £5,000 for each offence and may also have to pay a daily fine if the default continues after conviction.
Section 36 of the Building Act allows a notice to be served requiring the owner to do one of the following:
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pull down or remove any work contravening the regulations
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bring the work into compliance with the regulations.
Rather than take action for a breach of the regulations we prefer our customers to work with us to achieve compliance.
Formal enforcement action is usually taken as a last resort.