Scheduled waste collections will take place earlier than usual on Tuesday 14 April 2026 to minimise potential disruption from planned fuel protests.
All domestic collections in the Larne area will begin from 7am.
Recycling box collections in the Ballymena and Carrickfergus areas will begin from 6am.

Building Control

Application types and fees

There are a number of application types available to applicants depending on the nature of the work whether it is associated with a domestic or commercial/industrial project.

Full Plans Application - Domestic/Commercial/Industrial

This type of application can be for new build, extensions or minor renovations being carried out to any building type.

Building Notice Application - Small Domestic Only

A Building Notice can only be used for minor works to a dwelling for example, extensions up to 10m2, installation of a replacement boiler, removal of a wall, installation of a stove etc.

A roof-space conversion is considered an extension.

(There is no Approval Certificate issued with a Building Notice Application)

Visit the Council.Direct website to apply.

Regularisation Application - Domestic/Commercial/Industrial

Unauthorised works are works to which the Building Regulations applied and have been completed before a valid application has been received.

Where unauthorised work has been carried out, with no Notice given nor plans submitted, an application can be made to us for a Regularisation Certificate.

Regularisation applications can be made for both domestic and non-domestic works.

Unauthorised work can cause problems when conveyancing is being carried out on a property being sold.

Inspections are carried out by the Building Control Officer to ascertain whether or not the work complies.

This may necessitate opening up, additional work and further inspections.

Regularisation applications are subject to an increased fee.

Visit the Council.Direct website to apply.

Fees

Building Regulation Fees can be calculated using the online Building Control Fees calculator.

If you would like any further information call us on T: 0300 124 5000 or E: building@midandeastantrim.gov.uk