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If building works are being or have been carried out and you suspect that they are not being monitored, you can contact us at building.control@colchester.gov.uk.
 
If you think the works are dangerous, report as a Dangerous Structure.
 
If you own the building, you can apply for unauthorised works to be checked for approval by submitting a Regularisation Application.


 

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