Register for a new address two or less (domestic or commercial)

To register for a new address, please click the link below or alternatively please download the form and email to buildingcontrol@powys.gov.uk.

Where practical numbers will be allocated sequentially from the established street numbering. Where a number cannot be allocated then a name for the property is chosen by the developer/owner. If the dwelling is located between two properties along a street where practicable a house number will be introduced which may include a suffix "a" or "b". 

Where a property is being divided into flats a building name may be required if the property is not already numbered. The flats will also then be individually numbered or labelled alphabetically.

The rules governing the naming of individual properties are strict; a unique name is essential to ensure that properties can be located quickly and easily. We receive numerous complaints from people living in rural areas relating to deliveries going astray and occasionally, ambulances being delayed. For these reasons, we have to be extremely cautious approving new property names Royal Mail and the Local Land and Property Gazetteer Team are consulted on all new property names; they will reject names which don't meet the following rules.

• Street Naming and Numbering request Street Naming and Numbering request

Dos and Don'ts of choosing property names

Do:

• Choose a name that is as original as possible.
• Bear in mind that names involving trees, shrubs and the like tend to be extremely popular, e.g. Rose, Orchard, Oak Tree, etc.
• Check your name on the Royal Mail Postcode Finder for originality Royal Mail Find a Postcode.
• Ideally provide at least two suggestions for the naming of each new property.

Do not:

• Choose a name which is in use by any other property or sounds too like another property in the area, e.g. LD3 7.., LD3 8.., LD3 9...
• Choose two suggestions that are merely variations on a theme, e.g. Rose Cottage, Rose Lodge; whatever suffix or prefix is picked, the name of Rose will not be approved.
• Choose a name that is offensive or open to misinterpretation.

Contacts

• Email: buildingcontrol@powys.gov.uk
• Phone: 01874 612290
• Address: 
  • Brecon Office - Neuadd Brycheiniog, Cambrian Way, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7HR
  • Llandrindod Wells Office - County Hall Llandrindod Wells LD1 5LG
  • Welshpool Office: Ty Maldwyn, Brook Street, Welshpool, SY21 7PH
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