Submit a Demolition notice

● submit a demolition notice under section 80 of the 1984 Building Act

Application takes around 20 minutes to complete.

● a method statement for the demolition

● your plan showing drainage runs and intended positions where used drains are to be sealed off, if you have one

● a debit or credit card to pay the £150 fee

Demolition can commence 6 weeks after you have submitted the notice, unless notified otherwise.

If the building is less then 1,750 cubic feet you do not need to submit a demolition notice.

Please note failure to provide 48 hours notice prior to the sealing of any drains could result in a fine.

For further guidance please visit the government legislation, Demolition of Premises Building Act sections 80, 81 and 82 (opens in new tab)