Do all developments require a Commencement Notice?
Commencement Notices are required for the following:
- the erection of a building;
- a material alteration of a building;
- an extension to a building
- a material change of use of a building;
- works in connection with the material alteration (excluding minor works) of a shop, office or industrial building where a Fire Safety Certificate is not required. A Commencement Notice is not required for:
- works or a change of use which requires neither planning permission, nor a Fire Safety Certificate
