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Who notifies building control about solar electrical work?

Short answer

Adding a circuit for solar is notifiable electrical work in England and Wales. An installer registered with a competent person scheme self-certifies; otherwise building control must be involved before work starts. MCS requires the quote to say who is responsible and the notification to be done before handover.

Last checked 24 September 2026 · 1 source

In more detail

  • MIS 3002 5.1.6-5.1.7.
  • Scotland and NI have their own building standards regimes.

The facts, dated

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    MCS contractor responsible for Building Regulations notification must complete it before handover

    standard · UK · checked 24 September 2026 · MCS

Sources

Last checked: 24 September 2026