Building Control, Professional & Statutory Fees in Construction Pricing.
Construction estimates must separate building work costs from professional and statutory fees. Statutory fees include local authority building control fees, planning application charges, water authority connection approvals, and structural engineering fees.
Authored by Alexandr Vreme | Reviewed by Maksym Vasylkov
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Who this guide is for
Builders, quantity surveyors, and project managers. Scope: UK-wide.
Typical Fee Categories
- Building Control Fees: Local Authority (LABC) or Private Approved Inspector fees (Plan Check + Site Inspections).
- Structural Engineering Fees: Calculations, beam sizing, and foundation detail drawings.
- Statutory Utility Connections: Build-over agreements (e.g. Thames Water), water meter connections, and electrical supply upgrades.
Miniature Example
For a single-storey extension, professional/statutory allowances in the budget summary include £750 (Building Control), £600 (Structural Engineer), and £343 (Thames Water Build-Over agreement).
Primary Sources & Further Reading
Official reference sources: GOV.UK Building Regulations, Legislation.gov.uk, and HSE CDM 2015 Guidance.
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