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Frequently Asked Questions

Below is a list of frequently asked questions to the Building Standards section.

• What is a building warrant?
• What are the building regulations?
• Where can I get a copy of the Building Standards (Scotland) Regulations and the Technical Standards?
• How do I obtain a building warrant?
• What kind of building works are covered by the Building Standards (Scotland) Regulations?
• Is there any building work that is exempt from a warrant?
• Do I need to inform my neighbours when I make an application for warrant and do they have the right to object to the works shown in my application?
• What should be shown on the plans supporting my warrant application?
• Is a charge made for the warrant service?
• What happens after I have submitted my warrant application to the Local Authority?
• For how long is a warrant valid?
• When can I start work on my building proposals?
• What happens if I depart from the plans approved?
• Is my building work subject to inspection whilst in progress?        
• What happens if I contravene the regulations?
• Is it necessary to obtain a Notice of Acceptance of Completion Certificate when my building work is finished?
• If work has been carried out to my property at some time in the past, how do I know if a building warrant has been granted?
• If work has been carried out to my property and I do not have a building warrant, what should I do?
• Does Building Standards have any other responsibilities?
• What is an Approved Certifier of Design/Construction?

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