Building Materials Notification

The building materials notification is required when you are going to build or renovate and use building materials such as soil, dredging spoil, or other construction materials. You must ensure that all materials used are of good quality and comply with legal standards for environment and health.

The notification falls under section 4.123 of the Besluit activiteiten leefomgeving (Environmental Activities Decree) and must be submitted to the municipality or national government, depending on the type of project. The purpose is to ensure that the quality of building materials does not pose a risk to people and the environment.

Requirements

  • Quality requirements: Building materials such as soil, dredging spoil, and construction materials must be of good quality
  • Standards: Materials must comply with legal environmental and health standards
  • Documentation: Quality certificates and analysis reports of the materials used

Procedure

  • Submit notification: Submit the building materials notification to the municipality or national government according to section 4.123 Besluit activiteiten leefomgeving (Environmental Activities Decree)
  • Quality control: Provide quality certificates of all building materials to be used
  • Approval: After assessment, the building project can start with the approved materials