Islington Council Building Control Service Investment
Islington Council is increasing building control charges to address a budget shortfall and ensure service sustainability.
Islington Council is increasing building control charges from October 2025 to address a budget shortfall and ensure the service's financial sustainability, according to a report noted by the Corporate Resources and Economy Scrutiny Committee in October 2025. Some building control services are affected by a 50% fee increase, as detailed in Appendix B - Building Control Fees.
This decision follows a short-term investment of £0.792 million into Islington Council's Building Control Service for the financial years 2025/26 and 2026/27. The council aims to put the service on a more secure financial footing within two years.
Key facts
- Islington Council is increasing building control charges from October 2025. Source
- The Corporate Resources and Economy Scrutiny Committee noted the decision in October 2025. Source
- Some building control services will see a 50% fee increase. Source
- The aim is to address a budget shortfall and ensure financial sustainability within two years. Source
- A £0.792 million investment was made for 2025/26 and 2026/27. Source
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