Where it appears to the council that any building or structure is dangerous to the extent that the safety of the public is at risk, powers exist which enable the council to take action to render a building safe or have it removed. In Dundee it is the responsibility of the City Engineer to implement such action.
A 24-hour, seven-day week service, for such emergencies, is operated by the Engineering Section.
Where the Local Authority is required to carry out works in relation to the dangerous structure, we may recover from the owner, any expenses reasonably incurred in doing so. The Local Authority will charge for all Contractor/Professional costs incurred including an additional 10% for administration.
We would encourage owners to carry out the required works voluntarily to avoid action by the Local Authority.
Contact Details:
Within Office hours: Tel: 01382 434000 and request to speak to the Building Standards Duty Surveyor
General enquiries for building standard matters can be directed to bs@dundeecity.gov.uk