Licences and permits

Coronavirus update

We can:

answer your queries, but our processing of all application types is limited
receive applications by email and online work with applicants to try to resolve any difficulties that may arise. But we may not be able to issue all licences, permits or certificates
accept online payments

We're unable to collect all our post, postal applications or postal payments.

You can also contact us about:

food safety
health and safety
environmental protection
public health
housing and
dog control

by emailing envhealth@belfastcity.gov.uk. You can also email buildingcontrollicensing@belfastcity.gov.uk

The Building Control public reception at Cecil Ward Building is open. We are also working remotely with a limited service. Please continue to contact us as outlined and we will resolve any issues as quickly as possible.