Report a Dangerous Structure to Building Control

After you report a dangerous structure, building control will limit the threat to public safety. Our team are on call 24/7 to work with emergency services, if they request a surveyor on site.

What happens after sending a report?

After receiving a report, a building control surveyor will assess the danger and any associated risks as soon as possible.

If the structure is dangerous and needs removing immediately, building control have the power to act under Section 78 of the Building Act 1984.

Any emergency measures taken are at the owners cost.

If the owner or occupier is known, they are contacted and given the opportunity to independently carry out the works within a strict timescale.

What happens if a structure is not dangerous?

Often, the inspection shows the building/structure to be in poor condition but not dangerous. Then we can advise the owner accordingly.

If the building or structure does not require immediate action, building control recommend owners make repairs within a reasonable time frame or monitor for a period. This may involve fencing off a section of an area that is dangerous to the public.