Building Standards

What is a Building Warrant?

A Building Warrant is the statutory approval issued under the Building (Scotland) Act to allow a building to be constructed, extended, altered, demolished or converted. It is important to understand that it is the responsibility of the building owner to ensure a Building Warrant is obtained prior to commencement of construction.

This approval can be granted only on receipt of a Building Warrant Application showing full compliance with the Building Standards (Scotland) Regulations 2004 and associated Technical Handbooks.

Duration of Warrant

A Building Warrant has a three year life after it is granted. An applicant must either finish the work within that period or apply for an extension of the warrant before the warrant expires. Immediately after the warrant has been issued you may start work.