Building Control
Building Control Charges and Guidance
With effect from 1st December 2023
1.Before you carry out building work, you must ensure that the necessary Application / Notice is submitted to the Authority.
2. If you have entered into an agreement with your agent regarding payment of charges this would be a private matter between the applicant and the agent. Regularisation charges is payable by the applicant.
3. Charges are payable as follows:
Full plans application
- Plan Charge, covers the examination and passing or rejection of the plans. Payable when the Application is deposited and
- Inspection Charge, covers the inspection of work to which the plan relates, this is payable after the first inspection.
A full plans application must be submitted for building work to commercial premises, apartments and HMO’s
Building notice charge
- One off payment, payable in full when the application is submitted.
Regularisation charge
- Covers the cost of assessing your Application, including all the inspections necessary. This is payable upon submission of the Application. The charge payable is the amount equal to the total Building Notice charge (excluding VAT), plus 50%
Reversion charge
- Payable on the first occasion the plans are deposited with the Authority.
4. In certain cases the Authority may agree for the inspection charges to be paid in instalments.
5. You may choose if you wish, to pay the inspection charge up front with the plan charge at application stage.
6. Where plans have been either approved or rejected, no further charge is payable on resubmission for substantially the same work.
7. A charge is not required if the work is to provide means of access, or facilities for a disabled person(s), in relation to an existing building to which members of the public are admitted, or an existing dwelling which is, or is to be, occupied by a disabled person. In order to be reasonably satisfied, Pembrokeshire County Council Building Control will seek to be provided with one of the following proofs of disability:
a) A copy of a Disability Facilities Grant (DFG) form from the Local Authority
b) A copy of an Occupational Therapists (OT) report stating that the works proposed are required in order for the disabled person(s) to continue living within their existing dwelling. This must state that the works are solely for the use of the disabled person(s).
In some circumstances partial fee remission may be given in the event that part of a project relates solely for the use of the disabled person(s) but another part does not.
Each application is assessed on its individual merits but either of the above proofs will be required. A GP letter may suffice in exceptional circumstances but proof of disability benefits alone cannot be used to claim fee remission.
Payment can be made online - Pay for Building Regulations application
Cheques should be made payable to ‘Pembrokeshire County Council’.
These notes are for guidance only and do not substitute for Statutory Instrument 2010 No. 404, which contains the full statement of the law.
Table A: Construction or conversion to new housing
Dev category |
Number of dwellings |
Full plan application - Plan charge |
Full plan application - VAT |
Full plan application - Total |
Full plan application - Inspection charge |
Full plan application inspection charge - VAT |
Full plan application inspection charge - Total |
Building notice charge |
Building notice VAT |
Building notice total |
| A1 | 1 | 158.33 | 31.67 | 190.00 | 470.83 | 94.17 | 565.00 | 629.17 | 125.83 | 755.00 |
| A2 | 2 | 245.83 | 49.17 | 295.00 | 737.50 | 147.50 | 885.00 | 983.33 | 196.67 | 1180.00 |
| A3 | 3 | 316.67 | 63.33 | 380.00 | 945.83 | 189.17 | 1135.00 | 1262.50 | 252.50 | 1515.00 |
| A4 | 4 | 387.50 | 77.50 | 465.00 | 1154.17 | 230.83 | 1385.00 | 1541.67 | 308.33 | 1850.00 |
| A5 | 5 | 454.17 | 90.83 | 545.00 | 1366.67 | 273.33 | 1640.00 | 1820.83 | 364.17 | 2185.00 |
| A6 | 6 | 525.00 | 105.00 | 630.00 | 1575.00 | 315.00 | 1890.00 | 2100.00 | 420.00 | 2520.00 |
| A7 | 7 | 595.83 | 119.17 | 715.00 | 1787.50 | 357.50 | 2145.00 | 2383.33 | 476.67 | 2860.00 |
| A8 | 8 | 666.67 | 133.33 | 800.00 | 1995.83 | 399.17 | 2395.00 | 2662.50 | 532.50 | 3195.00 |
| A9 | 9 | 737.50 | 147.50 | 885.00 | 2204.17 | 440.83 | 2645.00 | 2941.67 | 588.33 | 3530.00 |
| A10 | 10 | 804.17 | 160.83 | 965.00 | 2416.67 | 483.33 | 2900.00 | 3220.83 | 644.17 | 3865.00 |
| A11 | 11 | 875.00 | 175.00 | 1050.00 | 2625.00 | 525.00 | 3150.00 | 3500.00 | 700.00 | 4200.00 |
| A12 | 12 | 929.17 | 185.83 | 1115.00 | 2783.33 | 556.67 | 3340.00 | 3712.50 | 742.50 | 4455.00 |
| A13 | 13 | 979.17 | 195.83 | 1175.00 | 2941.67 | 588.33 | 3530.00 | 3920.83 | 784.17 | 4705.00 |
| A14 | 14 | 1033.33 | 206.67 | 1240.00 | 3100.00 | 620.00 | 3720.00 | 4133.33 | 826.67 | 4960.00 |
| A15 | 15 | 1087.50 | 217.50 | 1305.00 | 3254.17 | 650.83 | 3905.00 | 4341.67 | 868.33 | 5210.00 |
| A16 | 16 | 1137.50 | 227.50 | 1365.00 | 3412.50 | 682.50 | 4095.00 | 4550.00 | 910.00 | 5460.00 |
| A17 | 17 | 1191.67 | 238.33 | 1430.00 | 3570.83 | 714.17 | 4285.00 | 4762.50 | 952.50 | 5715.00 |
| A18 | 18 | 1241.67 | 248.33 | 1490.00 | 3729.17 | 745.83 | 4475.00 | 4970.83 | 994.17 | 5965.00 |
| A19 | 19 | 1295.83 | 259.17 | 1555.00 | 3887.50 | 777.50 | 4665.00 | 5183.33 | 1036.67 | 6220.00 |
| A20 | 20 | 1350.00 | 270.00 | 1620.00 | 4041.67 | 808.33 | 4850.00 | 5391.67 | 1078.33 | 6470.00 |
For more than twenty dwellings please contact Building Control on 01437 764551
New dwellings over 300m2 – charges to be calculated based on estimated cost.
Table B: Small domestic buildings, extensions, alterations and loft conversions
Dev category |
Type of work |
Full plan application - Plan charge |
Full plan application - VAT |
Full plan application - Total |
Full plan application - Inspection charge |
Full plan application inspection charge - VAT |
Full plan application inspection charge - Total |
Building notice charge |
Building notice VAT |
Building notice total |
| B1 | Erection or Extension of a garage less than 100m² | 420.83 | 84.17 | 505.00 | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | 420.83 | 84.17 | 505.00 |
| B5 | Conversion of a garage to a habitable room | 420.83 | 84.17 | 505.00 | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | 420.83 | 84.17 | 505.00 |
| B10 | Single Storey Extension less than 10m² | 104.17 | 20.83 | 125.00 | 316.67 | 63.33 | 380.00 | 420.83 | 84.17 | 505.00 |
| B11 | Single Storey Extension 10m² - 40m² | 141.67 | 28.33 | 170.00 | 420.83 | 84.17 | 505.00 | 562.50 | 112.50 | 675.00 |
| B12 | Single Storey Extension 40m² - 100m² | 175.00 | 35.00 | 210.00 | 525.00 | 105.00 | 630.00 | 700.00 | 140.00 | 840.00 |
| B20 | Two Storey Extension less than 40m² | 158.33 | 31.67 | 190.00 | 475.00 | 95.00 | 570.00 | 633.33 | 126.67 | 760.00 |
| B21 | Two Storey Extension 40m² - 100m² | 191.67 | 38.33 | 230.00 | 579.17 | 115.83 | 695.00 | 770.83 | 154.17 | 925.00 |
| B30 | Alterations to create or extend a basement <100m² | 141.67 | 28.33 | 170.00 | 420.83 | 84.17 | 505.00 | 562.50 | 112.50 | 675.00 |
| B35 | Loft Conversions | 141.67 | 28.33 | 170.00 | 420.83 | 84.17 | 505.00 | 562.50 | 112.50 | 675.00 |
| B40 | Underpinning | 87.50 | 17.50 | 105.00 | 262.50 | 52.50 | 315.00 | 350.00 | 70.00 | 420.00 |
| B45 | Renovation of a Thermal Element | 141.67 | 28.33 | 170.00 | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | 141.67 | 28.33 | 170.00 |
| B50 | Installation of solar panels / photovoltaics | 141.67 | 28.33 | 170.00 | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | 141.67 | 28.33 | 170.00 |
| B60 | Windows/Glazed Door Replacement <20 windows | 141.67 | 28.33 | 170.00 | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | 141.67 | 28.33 | 170.00 |
| B61 | Windows/Glazed Door Replacement >20 windows | 212.50 | 42.50 | 255.00 | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | 212.50 | 42.50 | 255.00 |
Reference to floor area relates to the cumulative internal floor area of all storeys.
Multiple work. Where plans show more than one extension to a private dwelling, the aggregate internal floor area may be used to determine charges payable, and the relevant charge made in accordance with table B. (If over 100m2, please ring Building Control on 01437 764551 for advice.)
Table B: Small domestic buildings, extensions, alterations and loft conversions: electrical work
Electrical Work |
Type of work |
Full plan application - Plan charge |
Full plan application - VAT |
Full plan application - Total |
Full plan application - Inspection charge |
Full plan application inspection charge - VAT |
Full plan application inspection charge - Total |
Building notice charge |
Building notice VAT |
Building notice total |
| B70 | Carried out by electrical contractor issuing BS7671 certificate | 79.17 | 15.83 | 95.00 | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | 79.17 | 15.83 | 95.00 |
| B71 | Carried out by others | 616.67 | 123.33 | 740.00 | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | 616.67 | 123.33 | 740.00 |
Table C: Domestic Alterations to a Single Building (works not covered in table B)
Dev category |
Internal alterations & installation of fittings |
Full plan application - Plan charge |
Full plan application - VAT |
Full plan application - Total |
Full plan application - Inspection charge |
Full plan application inspection charge - VAT |
Full plan application inspection charge - Total |
Building notice charge |
Building notice VAT |
Building notice total |
| C1 | Less than £2000 | 141.67 | 28.33 | 170.00 | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | 141.67 | 28.33 | 170.00 |
| C2 | £2000 - £5000 | 87.50 | 17.50 | 105.00 | 262.50 | 52.50 | 315.00 | 350.00 | 70.00 | 420.00 |
| C3 | £5000 - £15,000 | 104.17 | 20.83 | 125.00 | 316.67 | 63.33 | 380.00 | 420.83 | 84.17 | 505.00 |
| C4 | £15,000 - £25,000 | 125.00 | 25.00 | 150.00 | 366.67 | 73.33 | 440.00 | 491.67 | 98.33 | 590.00 |
| C5 | £25,000 - £50,000 | 141.67 | 28.33 | 170.00 | 420.83 | 84.17 | 505.00 | 562.50 | 112.50 | 675.00 |
| C6 | £50,000 - £75,000 | 191.67 | 38.33 | 230.00 | 579.17 | 115.83 | 695.00 | 770.83 | 154.17 | 925.00 |
| C7 | £75,000 - £100,000 | 229.17 | 45.83 | 275.00 | 683.33 | 136.67 | 820.00 | 912.50 | 182.50 | 1095.00 |
| C8 | £100,000 - £150,000 | 279.17 | 55.83 | 335.00 | 841.67 | 168.33 | 1010.00 | 1120.83 | 224.17 | 1345.00 |
| C9 | £150,000 - £200,000 | 316.67 | 63.33 | 380.00 | 945.83 | 189.17 | 1135.00 | 1262.50 | 252.50 | 1515.00 |
For projects with an estimated cost over £200,000 please contact us for advice.
Total estimated cost – This means a reasonable estimate that would be charged by a professional builder, but excluding professional fees and VAT.
Table D: Non Domestic Work - extensions and new build: Industrial and Storage
Dev. category |
Extensions and new build |
Full plan application - Plan charge |
Full plan application - VAT |
Full plan application - Total |
Full plan application - Inspection charge |
Full plan application inspection charge - VAT |
Full plan application inspection charge - Total |
Regularisation charge - Total |
| D1 | Floor Area <40m² | 187.50 | 37.50 | 225.00 | 445.83 | 89.17 | 535.00 | 950.00 |
| D2 | Floor Area 40m² - 100m² | 237.50 | 47.50 | 285.00 | 533.33 | 106.67 | 640.00 | 1156.25 |
| D3 | Floor Area 100m² - 200m² | 337.50 | 67.50 | 405.00 | 783.33 | 156.67 | 940.00 | 1681.25 |
Table D: Non Domestic Work - extensions and new build: Other
Dev. category |
Extensions and New Build |
Full plan application - Plan charge |
Full plan application - VAT |
Full plan application - Total |
Full plan application - Inspection charge |
Full plan application inspection charge - VAT |
Full plan application inspection charge - Total |
Regularisation charge - Total |
| D10 | Floor Area <40m² | 229.17 | 45.83 | 275.00 | 541.67 | 108.33 | 650.00 | 1156.26 |
| D11 | Floor Area 40m² - 100m² | 295.83 | 59.17 | 355.00 | 687.50 | 137.50 | 825.00 | 1475.00 |
| D12 | Floor Area 100m² - 200m² | 400.00 | 80.00 | 480.00 | 933.33 | 186.67 | 1120.00 | 2000.00 |
Table E: Non Domestic Work Alterations
Dev. Category |
Type of work |
Full plan application - Plan charge |
Full plan application - VAT |
Full plan application - Total |
Full plan application - Inspection charge |
Full plan application inspection charge - VAT |
Full plan application inspection charge - Total |
Building notice charge |
Building notice VAT |
Building notice total |
Regularisation charge - Total |
| E1 | Underpinning <£50,000 | 104.17 | 20.83 | 125.00 | 316.67 | 63.33 | 380.00 | 420.83 | 84.17 | 505.00 | 631.25 |
| E2 | £50,000 - £100,000 | 141.67 | 28.33 | 170.00 | 420.83 | 84.17 | 505.00 | 562.50 | 112.50 | 675.00 | 843.75 |
| E3 | £100,000 - £250,000 | 175.00 | 35.00 | 210.00 | 525.00 | 105.00 | 630.00 | 700.00 | 140.00 | 840.00 | 1050.00 |
| E10 | Window Replacement <20 | 212.50 | 42.50 | 255.00 | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | 212.50 | 42.50 | 255.00 | 318.75 |
| E11 | Window Replacement >20 | 283.33 | 56.67 | 340.00 | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | 283.33 | 56.67 | 340.00 | 425.00 |
| E20 | New Shop Fronts <20 Windows | 87.50 | 17.50 | 105.00 | 262.50 | 52.50 | 315.00 | 350.00 | 70.00 | 420.00 | 525.00 |
| E21 | New Shop Fronts >20 Windows | 104.17 | 20.83 | 125.00 | 316.67 | 63.33 | 380.00 | 420.83 | 84.17 | 505.00 | 631.25 |
Dev. Category |
Renovation of a Thermal Element |
Full plan application - Plan charge |
Full plan application - VAT |
Full plan application - Total |
Full plan application - Inspection charge |
Full plan application inspection charge - VAT |
Full plan application inspection charge - Total |
Building notice charge |
Building notice VAT |
Building notice total |
Regularisation charge - Total |
| E30 | <£50,000 | 283.33 | 56.67 | 340.00 | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | 283.33 | 56.67 | 340.00 | 425.00 |
| E31 | £50,000-£100,000 | 350.00 | 70.00 | 420.00 | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | 350.00 | 70.00 | 420.00 | 525.00 |
| E32 | £100,000 - £250,000 | 420.83 | 84.17 | 505.00 | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | Included in plan charge | 420.83 | 84.17 | 505.00 | 631.25 |
Dev. Category |
Alterations and Fittings |
Full plan application - Plan charge |
Full plan application - VAT |
Full plan application - Total |
Full plan application - Inspection charge |
Full plan application inspection charge - VAT |
Full plan application inspection charge - Total |
Regularisation charge - Total |
| E40 | <£5,000 | 129.17 | 25.83 | 155.00 | 291.67 | 58.33 | 350.00 | 631.25 |
| E41 | £5,000 - £15,000 | 145.83 | 29.17 | 175.00 | 345.83 | 69.17 | 415.00 | 737.50 |
| E42 | £15,000 - £25,000 | 187.50 | 37.50 | 225.00 | 445.83 | 89.17 | 535.00 | 950.00 |
| E43 | £25,000 - £50,000 | 216.67 | 43.33 | 260.00 | 483.33 | 96.67 | 580.00 | 1050.00 |
| E44 | £50,000 - £75,000 | 275.00 | 55.00 | 330.00 | 637.50 | 127.50 | 765.00 | 1368.75 |
| E45 | £75,000 - £100,000 | 358.33 | 71.67 | 430.00 | 833.33 | 166.67 | 1000.00 | 1787.50 |
| E46 | £100,000 - £150,000 | 400.00 | 80.00 | 480.00 | 933.33 | 186.67 | 1120.00 | 2000.00 |
| E47 | £150,000 - £250,000 | 441.67 | 88.33 | 530.00 | 1029.17 | 205.83 | 1235.00 | 2206.25 |
| E48 | £250,000 - £350,000 | 483.33 | 96.67 | 580.00 | 1129.17 | 225.83 | 1355.00 | 2418.75 |
| E49 | £350,000 - £500,000 | 529.17 | 105.83 | 635.00 | 1220.83 | 244.17 | 1465.00 | 2625.00 |
| E50 | Mezzanine Floor <500m² | 191.67 | 38.33 | 230.00 | 441.67 | 88.33 | 530.00 | 950.00 |
| E60 | Office Fit Out <500m² | 170.83 | 34.17 | 205.00 | 391.67 | 78.33 | 470.00 | 843.75 |
| E61 | Office Fit Out 500m² - 2000m² | 233.33 | 46.67 | 280.00 | 537.50 | 107.50 | 645.00 | 1156.25 |
| E70 | Shop Fit Out <500m² | 170.83 | 34.17 | 205.00 | 391.67 | 78.33 | 470.00 | 843.75 |
| E71 | Shop Fit Out 500m² - 2000m² | 233.33 | 46.67 | 280.00 | 536.67 | 107.33 | 644.00 | 1155.00 |