Request copies of planning or building standards documents

How to request copies of documents

Documents available free of charge

Documents from 2010 onwards may be available online for free

If the documents are unavailable online, you can request copies from us.

Who can request building standards documents

To request building standards documents, you must be a:

  • current or prospective owner
  • occupier
  • tenant

This applies to the building in question or any building directly attached to it.

Restrictions for non-household properties

We cannot provide documents for business or industrial properties if sharing them could pose a security risk. This includes properties like:

  • prisons
  • banks
  • building societies

Fees

Copies of building standards documents - £140

  • Building Warrant Decision Notice
  • Amendment or Stage Decision Notice
  • Approved Drawings Completion Certificate

Copies of planning documents - £140

  • Decision Notice Decision
  • Notice and drawings

All copies of documents will be emailed, wherever possible. Printing and postage costs may apply.

Request copies of planning and building standards documents

Page last modified: 16 September 2025