The Building Control Technical Support Team is the first point of contact for building control enquiries.
The team can provide general information, support you through the building regulations application process and book site inspections.
To book an inspection by phone, contact us by 2pm on the working day before the inspection is required.
Inspectors and areas
Use the interactive map or area guide to find the Building Control Inspector for your area.
Jamie Crane, MCABE
2A, 2B and 2D
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Email: Jamie.crane@colchester.gov.uk
Jamie has 11 years building control experience with over 40 years experience of working in the building profession. He is committed to providing a professional and reliable approach to all projects.
Simon Joyce, BSc (Hons) MRICS, C. Build E MCABE
Area 1, 2 and 3 - (All postcodes)
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- Projects: Plans assessment and Inspections for all building types (including non-standard), with no limits on floor heights, and permissible work to existing higher-risk buildings (HRBs) in England
- Registration number: RBCP03361L2T
- Email: simon.joyce@colchester.gov.uk
Chartered Building Control Surveyor with over 25 years of experience in Building Control and the wider construction industry, specialising in Building Regulations and associated legislation. As a Class 3G Registered Building Inspector and Class 4 Technical Manager registered with the Building Safety Regulator, I apply a high level of technical expertise, professional judgement, and regulatory knowledge to every project.
Zaida Zekaj
Area 2 - (CO2, CO5, CM)
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Registered Building Inspector Class 2A
- Projects: Plans assessment and Inspections for residential dwelling houses (single household) under 7.5m
- Registration number: RBCP02317V9G
- Email: Zaida.Zekaj@colchester.gov.uk
3 years of building control experience working on a vast range of domestic construction projects. I first began my career as a trainee and now progressed to become a qualified inspector, gaining practical experience in building compliance and regulations across residential projects. I am dedicated to ensuring buildings are safe and compliant whilst holding a professional approach with integrity and maintaining clear and effective communication to clients.
Ashley King, BSc (Hons) MCABE
Area 3 - (CO3, CO6, CO8, CO9)
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Registered Building Inspector Class 2A
- Projects: Plans assessment and Inspections for residential dwelling houses (single household) under 7.5m
- Registration number: RBCP02152S9T
- Email: Ashley.King@colchester.gov.uk
More than 6 years professional experience carrying out site inspections, plan checking, dangerous structures attendance, handling of demolitions and initial notices - I help maintain building standards, public safety, and development quality across Colchester. I review plans and technical details for residential and small‑scale developments, providing clear feedback and decision notices to clients and dutyholders.
Our technical support team
Technical Team Leader
Eleanor Camroux
eleanor.camroux@colchester.gov.uk
Technical Officer
Calum Balmain
calum.balmain@colchester.gov.uk
Technical Support
Julius Downes, Jennifer Lebeau, Scott Murray, Grace Sona
Our management team
Emily Bowman BSC (Hons) MCIOB MCABE
Building Control Manager
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Registered Technical Manager (Class 4) and Building Inspector Class 2A-F
- Projects Include: Plans assessment and Inspections for all buildings up to 18m
- Registration number: RBCP02568Y0B
- Email: emily.bowman@colchester.gov.uk
Emily has over 17 years' experience in Construction having started her career in residential property valuation and then progressing to High Volume new homes development before entering the Building Control profession in 2017. Emily is on the training board for CABE and committee chair for CIOB working closely with LABC and the wider industry with a strong focus on Building Safety.