We are a responsive and listening service in South Tyneside and aim to provide a high quality, nationally co-ordinated service that meets the needs of our users. We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in building and ensuring that the built environment in which we live and work is safe and healthy.
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Making an application
There are two ways of making an application for new works, depending on the type of building in question. A Building Notice or a Full Plans Submission.
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Submit your applications online
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
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Building Regulations explained
The Building Regulations lay down health and safety standards for the construction of all types of building work.
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Local Authority Building Control initiatives
The following warranties and initiatives are only available when you commit to Local Authority Building Control for individual projects.
- Partner Authority Scheme
- National House Type Approval
- Development Team Approach
- Latent Defects Insurance – Latent Gold create
- LABC New Home Warranty
- FMB Masterbond
For more information on local authority building control and the services we can offer you nationally, together with links to the other building control offices see:
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