Slough Borough Council

Do I need to inform the council if I want to demolish a building?

Please also see answer to question 'Is there any other legislation that applies to demolition work?' to check if Planning permission may be needed. Demolition notification to Building Control:

The demolition of any building exceeding 50 cubic metres (1750 cubic feet), roughly the size of a single garage, will require a demolition notice before starting demolition work. You will need to notify us in writing of your intention and not commence demolition until your receive a demolition notice in return from us.

The following is a guide to the process:

Send us in writing your intention to demolish which should include a site plan showing the boundaries and extent of the demolition. Alternatively, complete and return a demolition notice application form. You should include information such as precautionary measures you intend to put in place to safe guard adjacent or adjoining buildings and any general public protection measures.

You must also send your notification to adjacent occupiers and gas, electric and water suppliers.

We will aim to issue you with a demolition notice within five working days. You should not commence demolition until you receive this notice from us. The notice will contain conditions designed to secure the health and safety of the public.

We will send copies of the notice to the gas, electric and water suppliers and also adjacent occupiers, environmental health and the fire service.

For further advice please contact our Building Control team on 01753 875810 or email us at buildingcontrol@slough.gov.uk

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