Demolition of housing & asbestos

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For building demolition and asbestos removal, the operation must be registered on island.is, with Reykjavík Public Health confirming the registration.

Register an operation

Permit process

Contractors handling demolition must register their activity on island.is. The public health authority must inspect the project before confirming the registration.

The Building Commissioner must approve plans to issue a building permit before the public health authority confirms the registration.

Asbestos removal

Asbestos is found in many buildings in Reykjavík, in various forms, from floor tile adhesive to roof cladding.

  • Only certified professionals can apply for permits to remove or handle asbestos.
  • The activity must be registered with Reykjavík Public Health and a permit obtained from the Administration of Occupational Safety and Health for demolition, removal, or handling of asbestos.

Reykjavík Public Health

  • Borgartún 12, 105 Reykjavík
  • Service Center 411 1111