Falkirk Council

Falkirk Council
Telephone: 01324 506070

Buildings and works exempt from Building Standards

Certain types of buildings, which fall into specified exempted classes, do not require building warrant approval.

Buildings falling into this category are listed in Schedule 1 of the Building Regulations (Scotland) 2004.

Building and work not requiring a Building Warrant, including provision of services, fittings and equipment

Schedule 3 of the Building Regulations (Scotland)2004 lists a description of exempt works, including replacement of certain fixtures, which do not require Building Warrant approval. However, those lists in Schedule 3 require to comply with the functional standards.

If you would like to find out more about exempt buildings in the Falkirk Council area contact Building Standards using the details shown.

Health & Safety Executive

If you are having construction or refurbishment work done, you may need to notify the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) and you may have other duties as well. Visit the Health & Safety Executive website| to find out more.

Contact Us
  • By Post:
    Building Standards
    Development Services
    Falkirk Council
    Abbotsford House
    Davids Loan
    Falkirk
    FK2 7YZ
  • By Telephone:
    01324 504985
  • By Email:
    buildingcontrol@
    falkirk.gov.uk