Dangerous structures

Dangerous structures can pose a risk to public safety and may require urgent action. 

Report a dangerous structure 

If a building or structure is at risk of collapse or could cause injury, contact Building Control immediately.

If you're not sure whether your issue is a dangerous structure, check what you can report as a dangerous structure before contacting us.

Contact Building Control  

Do not report dangerous structures by email as we may need to take immediate action.

When you call, tell us:  

  • your name and contact details 
  • the address of the structure 
  • what is dangerous about the structure
  • your connection to the property, if any  

We are unable to accept anonymous complaints

Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm  

Call 020 7926 1150

Evenings, weekends and bank holidays  

Call 020 7926 1000

What happens next  

We aim to investigate reports of potentially dangerous structures within 2 hours.  

We work with owners, their agents and emergency services where necessary to make structures safe and protect the public.  

Depending on the nature of the issue, we may need to contact other organisations before appropriate action can be taken.  

The time needed to resolve an issue will depend on the nature and complexity of the case.