It is a good idea to check whether planning permission is required for the proposed works. The owner can submit formal inquiry for a fee before the design process begins, to find out whether permission is likely to be granted. A drawing must be included, but it does not need to be fully completed.
The building officer is responsible for new builds and alterations to premises.
The planning officer is responsible for changes to the local plan.
The planning and building officers meet every Wednesday to discuss matters received during the previous week.
A positive response to an enquiry is not the same as permission to carry out works. To do so, you need to apply for planning permission.
When is a building permit not required?
Minor works do not require planning permission. For example:
Maintenance of the interior, grounds, fence, car park and driveway.
Platforms.
Shelter walls and fences within certain limits.
A small cabin not intended for accommodation or living, up to a maximum of 15 m².
The building control officer oversees the construction of houses and buildings in the town. They issue building permits for the construction, alteration or demolition of structures and are responsible for the registration of properties and plots of land.
A building permit is issued by the building control officer after the building plans have been approved and all documents have been submitted.
The staff of the planning and building officer review the application. If information is missing or insufficient, the applicant is notified.
A meeting is held every Wednesday to discuss matters that came in during the previous week.
If any comments are made, the applicant will be emailed to submit corrections or additions. If payment is not received within 12 months, the drawings will be destroyed and the matter will be closed.
Approved building plans
The applicant receives an email with information about the next steps, a checklist of what needs to be submitted, and the fees.
The owner receives an invoice in online banking for construction costs.
Designers' special drawings must be submitted electronically via My pages.Main drawings and other relevant supporting documents are submitted electronically via the building permit application on My Pages, in accordance with the checklist.
The building control officer inspects buildings at the various stages of construction. It is not necessary to inspect all construction stage, However, upon valuation, the property's valuation is recalculated, which can, for example, affect loan amounts.
No one may move into a house until a safety inspection has taken place. When a building is completed, a final inspection is always carried out. If the structure has not been put into use before the final inspection, it is also Safety audit.
On My Pages, you can request a snagging, safety and final inspection. For inspections at other stages of construction, it is best to contact Customer Service at the email address. hafnarfjordur@hafnarfjordur.is or by phone 585 5500.
Building permit refused
If an application is refused because the development does not comply with the provisions of legislation, regulations, planning documents and other relevant matters, the applicant may appeal the decision to the Environmental and Resource Appeals Board, which operates under the Act No. 130/2011.
Registration of a building supervisor
If the building supervisor withdraws from the project, the registrations of all tradesmen are also cancelled. The departing building supervisor must request a status report with Application on My Pages. A new building supervisor and new tradesmen must be registered for the project for work to continue.
Here you can find all the forms for applying for a safety or final inspection.
Plots - Guidance and information
Site preparation shall generally comply with the building regulations. The plot holder is responsible for all works and finishing on their own plot and must ensure that everything complies with the approved drawings, planning conditions, and the elevation figures as per the elevation plan.
These guidelines are intended to improve the quality of the design and implementation of plots, and to provide guidance on construction and the processing of applications. They cover the main aspects of the finishing of residential plots, specifying what is and is not permitted.
