If an Approved Inspector is unable to carry out their functions, they or the person carrying out the work must cancel it.
If the work has not started, you can submit a new Initial Notice.
If the work has started, you must apply for Reversion. This means the responsibility for building control returns to our building control team.
We will decide if the work that's been done so far is compliant with relevant regulations. To do this you will need to send us:
- some forms, descriptions and plans
- the technical information pack
- photographs and information issued by the Approved Inspector
What to send us
Forms, descriptions and plans
- a completed Reversion Notice (download this below)
- a completed Form 7 Cancellation Notice (download this below)
- a full description of the work
- plans showing the layout before the work started
- details of the work carried out so far and what further work is intended. For example, this can be plans, sections and specifications
Technical information pack
This should include structural calculations and drawings and information on service installations, including:
- drainage
- plumbing
- heating
- mechanical
- electrical
- firefighting
- energy calculations
- pressure tests
- sound tests
- statutory consultations
- formal agreements
- specialist engineer reports and calculations
- third party warranties and any commissioning certificates
Photographs and information issued by the Approved Inspector
Include photographs of the work in progress, or other relevant evidence. This helps show compliance and reduce the need to lay open elements of the structure for inspection.
Include all information issued by the Approved Inspector, including:
- plans
- certificates
- site inspections records
- actions and outcomes
Send all the information to us by email: building.control@royalgreenwich.gov.uk
What happens next
When we receive your application we will validate it. The case officer will then contact you to agree how best to move the project forward.
If you do not hear from us within 14 days, email us.
How much Reversion costs
This depends on:
- the details of the project
- how much time we will need to be satisfied that it complies with the relevant regulations
We will decide the charge based on the information you send us and confirm it with you by email.