Borough of Telford & Wrekin

Demolition control and advice

Buildings to be demolished are subject to legal requirements administered by the building control staff - all in the interest of safety to the public and adjoining owners/occupiers.

In most instances if you wish to demolish a building or part, you are required to notify the local authority in writing, giving six weeks notice. A copy of the notice should also be sent to other interested parties, such as the occupier of any adjacent building, and the local gas and electricity authorities.

A counter notice may be served on you that may require you to carry out works to services and adjoining buildings. This is to ensure that gas, electricity and water supplies are made safe, redundant drains are sealed, affected buildings are properly supported and weatherproofed, and on completion debris is removed and the site made safe. This work can include noise, smoke which could be a nuisance to neighbouring people and premises.

Contact address:

Environment & Regeneration
Darby House
PO Box 212
Lawn Central
Telford
TF3 4LB

Telephone 01952 384555

Fax 01952 384554

email building control



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Please note - Some documents published before 1st December 2006 may contain incorrect contact numbers.
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