Assent - Building control services

Assent delivers building control solutions on over 30,000 projects annually; our growing network of 60+ offices means that we are always within one hour of a site anywhere in England and Wales

Our qualified surveyors and experienced support teams provide high-quality, responsive building control services which achieve compliance and deliver safe, inspirational buildings for our future.

Building Regulations

Providing a sustainable, accessible and safe built environment can be complex. Assent provides a flexible service to ensure that building regulation, safety and compliance is integrated into projects from inception to completion.

Our specialist support delivers expert interpretation and a consistent approach to the implementation of Building Regulations.

We have a long-established track record in combining technical excellence and technology with unequalled industry experience to deliver building control services in the built environment.

Our expanding team of highly competent, qualified and experienced surveyors can help you navigate the changing and increasingly complex legislation changes within the sector.

Building Control Services

The expert team at Assent help to manage risk throughout the building lifecycle, from design stages through to site inspections and final certification, giving clients reassurance and confidence that their project will comply with Building Regulations and all relevant legislation.

Our scope of services includes:

• Early design support
• Assessment of the scheme
• Liaison with statutory bodies
• Detailed site inspections
• Access to our online information portal

Assent’s History

Building Control has been at the heart of what we do since we were founded in 2005; however, as the built environment continues to evolve, so do building regulations and the requirements of our clients.

Through the acquisitions of Oculus Building Consultancy and LB Building Control in 2017, Assent Group has expanded to become a multi-licenced business, providing both continuity and resilience for our clients.  Operating as part of the Assent Group, with integrated technology systems and processes, these businesses support the growth of our network by providing specialist areas of expertise and expansion of our geographic coverage.

In 2022 Assent acquired leading fire safety training provider Xact Consultancy & Training Limited. This enables us to provide high-quality training and qualifications in Fire safety to the Fire Service, Fire Risk Assessors and Building users (duty holders).

We continue to develop our range of complimentary compliance and safety solutions, delivering expert technical advice and support across the built environment.

Assent’s Services

Assent offers a number of services that support the construction of inspirational and safe buildings:

• Building Control – responsive and knowledgeable building control services for commercial and domestic projects
• Fire Safety Solutions – we work with you to develop fire safety solutions that meet both approving authorities and client objectives
• Structural Warranties – protect against property defects in the design and build of your construction projects
• Seminars & Training – keep up to date with the latest Building Control legislation through our education and training packages
• Fire Safety Training – enhance the competence of fire safety professionals with fire safety and fire engineering training, courses, apprenticeships and qualifications (delivered by our subsidiary business Xact)

“Through real-time technology, teamwork, a consistent approach and uncompromising standards, our services go beyond compliance.”

Assent’s Portfolio

Our experience spans a diverse variety of domestic and commercial projects. These include high-rise buildings, modular buildings, warehousing, retail developments, refurbishments, heritage sites, student accommodation and much more.

Assent’s Mission

With our forward-thinking, national team of experts, we will lead the way by understanding and managing complexity to enable the creation of safer built environments through our range of professional building services.

Our continuous investment in technologies, talent and training allows us to create and support true partnerships and shape the future of the built environment together.

“Assent – we will shape the creation of inspirational and safe built environments, creating a legacy for future generations.”