Building Control is located in Lewis House, Manvers Street, Bath and is responsible for providing the following services: -

• Building Regulations
• Control of Dangerous Structures
• Structural Analysis
• Control of Demolition Work
• Means of Escape in Case of Fire
• Safety at Sports Grounds inspections
• Protection of thermal water springs in Bath

Building Control operates alongside other technical services who deal with the built environment. These services include the Planning, Historic Buildings, Highways, Environmental and Engineering functions of Bath & North East Somerset Council.

The close grouping of these services ensures that users benefit from a reduced number of contact points and ensures that service delivery is co-ordinated. In addition customers have the opportunity to utilise a Development Team Approach for advice on larger building projects