Planning and Transportation
Building Control
Development House
Lombard Street
West Bromwich
B70 8RU

Tel: 0121 569 4054/4055
Fax: 0121 569 4140
Email: building_consultancy@sandwell.gov.uk (please note the "_" in the address)
Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 8.00am - 5.30pm. Friday 8.00am - 5.00pm

Welcome to Building Consultancy

Thank you for visiting these pages. We are determined to provide you with the very best in Building Control and Associated services. Whether you are a large developer undertaking a multi-million pound project or a homeowner carrying out alterations to your home, we are totally committed to assist you in any way we can.

The level of service you will receive from the Local Authority will not be found in any competative private Building Control Service. We have the advantage of local knowledge backed with a comprehensive background of historical records which will help you avoid hidden problems on your project. We encourage pre-application discussions based on prevention rather than cure so getting it right first time saves your time, reputation and money in the long term.

By selecting one of the items from the list below or on the left hand navigation bar, you can find out further information:-

• Building Control
• Dangerous Buildings and Structure
• Demolition
• Safety at Sports Grounds
• Scaffold and Hoarding

What's new in Building Consultancy?

Notice of Building Regulation Fee Increase

Sandwell Building Consultancy has maintained its current Building Regulation Fee levels at the same rate since April 2002.

Unfortunately due to escalating costs and the increased complexity of the Regulations themselves, we cannot absorb the costs any more.

It is with great reluctance to announce that as of 1st April 2008 that a new Building Regulation fee scheme will be introduced.

Building Regulation Applications and Building Notices submitted and accepted prior to the 1st April will not be affected by the price rise.

The new Building Regulation Fee Scheme is published below:-

• Fee Schedules as of 1st April 2008

LABC New Home Warranty

The LABC New Home Warranty is a quality service offering specific competitive products for speculative residential housing, social housing and self build.

The LABC New Home Warranty scheme has been created in partnership between LABC, the representative body for Local Authority Building Control, and MD Insurance Services Limited (MDIS) the company that administers the scheme which is regulated by the Financial Services Authroty (FSA).

1. LABC New Home Warranty

This caters for speculative developers and builders covering conversions, new build and mixed use developments. The product recognises and rewards qualty projects with competitive premiums and market-leading terms. Service and support is fact and seamless because of MDIS's experienced, dedicated customer team.

2. LABC Socal Housing Warranty

A competitive tailored solution covering shared-ownership, rented or key worker accommodation projects. Quality is rewarded with the same advantages given to speculative developers. Cover can be provided for either a 10 or 12 year period.

3. LABC Self Build Warranty

Designed specifically for individuals building their own homes - both new build and conversions - to provide peace of mind. Quality is rewarded through competitive premiums an excellent service based on MDIS's extensive experience of self build projects.

How to get a quotation

Either:

Telephone 0845 054 0505,
E-mail enquiries@labcnewhomewarranty.co.uk or
Download an application form from www.labcnewhomewarranty.co.uk

LABC Latent Gold Commercial Building Defects Guarantee:

• provides simple, affordable insurance against defective design, workmanship or materials in commercial buildings.
• reduces costs and risk in comparison with collateral warranties, providing timely rectification without resorting to lengthy, expensive and uncertain litigation.
• helps make commercial buildings 'risk proof' against latent defects which adds value for current/future purchasers and tenants.
• benefits from the unique LABC relationship with Allianz Global Risks which means that no additional surveys on buildings up to £10 million are required and reduced inspections up to £15 million.

If you have an enquiry simply contact LABC Latent Gold Enquiries on 0845 0753530, email: enquiries@labclatentgold.co.uk or visit the Oval website for more information.

The Smoke-Free (Premises and Enforcement) Regulations

"Smoking Shelters" - The Building Regulations Perspective