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.

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Request a Building Control Inspection

All requests for inspections must be notified to the Building Control service in a timely manner.

This can be done by calling: 0300 124 5000 and selecting Option 3 or calling our offices directly at:

- Ballymena area inspections - T: 028 2563 3346

- Larne / Carrickfergus area inspections - T: 028 9335 8347

Inspections should be requested at least one day before it is required.

The Building Regulations lay down the minimum notice periods. In the calculation of a period of notice "day" means any period of 24 hours commencing at midnight on the day which the notice is given and excludes any Saturday, Sunday, or public holiday. 

When requesting an inspection, please provide the following relevant information to assist with processing your request:

  • Reference number (e.g. FP/2020/123)
  • The address of the works
  • Site number (if multi-site application)
  • Details of inspection required
  • Contact telephone number of a person responsible for the works and will be at the site or property during the inspection

Council should be notified of the following stages of work:

  • Commencement
  • Foundation (excavation)
  • Foundation (concrete)
  • Materials or concrete or dpc laid over site
  • Before covering drains or sewers
  • After covering drains or sewers
  • Before covering any above-ground structural elements
  • Before covering any sound insulation measures
  • After completion
  • Before occupation

In addition to responding to statutory notices, the Council may  inspect other aspects of the works such as walls, floors, roofs, or stairs. 

These inspections are normally arranged by agreement with the builder/applicant. 

Building Control officers will provide advice on any Building Regulation matters. 

Giving timely notices, working to approved plans, and keeping in contact with your local Building Control office can help you avoid any difficulties during the course of your project.