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Have your say on the future of local councils in Surrey

Take part in a landmark Government consultation on proposals to replace Surrey's current councils with up to three larger authorities. We support a three unitary approach - Find out more and read our consultation question guide.

Join us for a special online engagement session hosted by the Leaders of Guildford and Waverley Borough Councils on Thursday 3 July from 7pm to 8pm via Microsoft Teams. We'll explain what Local Government Reorganisation is, outline the different options being considered, and show you how to get involved. Sign up for the session (opens new window).

Join the LABC Partner Authority Scheme

We're part of the LABC Partner Authority Scheme (opens new window). Agents, architects, developers, and builders who join the scheme work with us on building control applications. Check a list of our partners.

Why join the scheme?

There are many benefits to joining the scheme:

  • you'll have a specific point of contact who you can get to know
  • you'll get consistent advice and pre-application advice for all your projects
  • you can use our plan checking service
  • our local building control team can do all the site inspections for your project
  • we forward applications to inspecting authorities on your behalf (saving your time)
  • you can enter the LABC South East Building Excellence Awards
  • you'll get discounts on in-house training seminars and promotional opportunities

Join the LABC Partner Authority Scheme (opens new window)

To discuss the scheme in more detail, contact us at buildingcontrol@guildford.gov.uk or call 01483 444000.