LABC - Local Authority Building Control

13/10/2026

The Building Safety Levy came into force on 1 October, introducing a new levy for residential developments.

LABC’s new online calculator helps developers and clients estimate levy costs and download a summary ready to submit with their building control application.

Try the calculator now: https://ow.ly/289E50ZXfWb

LABC provides impartial building control services across England and Wales, helping homeowners and professionals meet regulations and ensure safe buildings

12/10/2026

Have you booked your spot for LABC’s upcoming CPD courses next week?

21 October - Building Regulation Fire Safety Fundamentals: https://ow.ly/53aQ50ZWUct

22 October - Building Regulation Compliance: https://ow.ly/utLm50ZWUcu

08/10/2026

Enhance your knowledge with LABC’s Structures Intermediate CPD course!

This course introduces the design principles of common structural elements used in modern residential and commercial construction.

Next dates for parts 1 and 2 | 14 October and 15 October

Book now: https://ow.ly/f7z250ZQCY1

24/09/2026

Two weeks to go!

Have you booked your place at the Building for the Future Conference?

Join us on Thursday 8 October in London: https://ow.ly/zPnY50ZQCTz

23/09/2026

Happy Autumn!

Looking to keep learning this season? Have you checked out our October and November learning calendar yet?

Explore what’s coming up with LABC Learning and find the right opportunities for your professional development. https://ow.ly/CnHg50ZQvEl

LABC provides impartial building control services across England and Wales, helping homeowners and professionals meet regulations and ensure safe buildings

23/09/2026

Are you a Building Control Manager, Team Leader or Business Finance Partner?

Strengthen your understanding of building control finance, from charging legislation and CIPFA guidance to budgets and forecasting.

Date: 6 October

Book your place now: https://ow.ly/v1K950ZQvC2

18/09/2026

The next Building Regulation Fire Safety Fundamentals CPD course takes place on 29 September.

This course provides an overview of the building regulation requirements that building professionals need a solid understanding of.

Book your spot now: https://ow.ly/bMyW50ZON6F

17/09/2026

Fully funded LABC qualifications that are starting next week for members in England.

Level 6 Certificate in Managing Legislative Compliance (Enforcement)

Cohort starts on 23 September: https://ow.ly/2RLv50ZOJ9j

Level 6 Certificate in Managing Public Service Building Control.

Cohort starts on 24 September -https://ow.ly/VYpZ50ZOJ9h

14/09/2026

Welcome to the LABC Academy!

Today we onboarded the latest cohort of LABC Academy trainee building inspectors.

A further 65 trainees join the local authority building control network in England.

We look forward to supporting them with their education and would like to thank the local authorities involved in providing mentorship and on the job training over the next two years.