There are three different application types:
Applications should be made using the following application forms until further notice. These can either printed and posted to the address on the form or completed digitally and emailed to building.control@reading.gov.uk.
RBC Building Control Full Plans Application Form
RBC Building Control Building Notice Application Form
RBC Building Control Regularisation Application Form
Certain works require additional information with the application form in order to be validated when payment is received. It is important all sections of the form are completed where applicable. If you are unsure if a section is relevant, please contact us.
The building regulation charge for the majority of domestic extensions and alterations are standard charges, examples of these can be found below. If you are undertaking multiple works then the price will be adjusted depending on whether all the works are being completed at the same time.
Works | Building Notice | Full Plans – Plan Check | Full Plans – Inspection |
Small Extension (Under 10m2) | £600 | £240 | £360 |
Medium Extension (Up to 40m2) | £720 | £288 | £432 |
Large Extension (Up to 60m2) | £840 | £336 | £504 |
Loft Conversion (Up to 50m2) | £780 | £312 | £468 |
Garage conversion (Single Garage) | £480 | £192 | £288 |
Structural Alterations (Beams, Chimney Removal) | £180 | £72 | £108 |
Some building work will need to be individually calculated, for example where multiple works are being completed. To request a quotation, send the completed application forms for the works to building.control@reading.gov.uk and we will confirm the fees for the works.
Once you have submitted the application and received a fee for the works, payment will need to be made in order to validate the application.
We are currently only able to accept payments over the phone. To make a payment please call 0118 937 2449. The lines are open Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm (excluding bank holidays). We apologise for any inconvenience.
LABC Regularisation 18(3) Relevant Requirement Information