How long do youl have to take formal enforcement action for a contravention of the Building Regulations?
If we are to serve notice under Section 36 of the Building Act then we must do so within 12 months of the offence occurring. Proceedings for a fine must be taken within six months and there is also provision for a continuing daily financial penalty. However, in respect of serious public safety infringements there is provision to enable anyone, including us as a local authority, to seek an injunction from the Courts which is not subject to the same time constraints.
