Building Regulations enforcement
Building Regulations can be contravened by:Not following the procedures set out for handling your building work; and/orCarrying out building work which does not comply with the requirements contained...
View ArticleReplacement windows
The installation of replacement windows is now included as 'building work' and requires a Building Notice to be submitted, prior to work commencing.The replacement windows are required to comply with...
View ArticleBuilding over or near sewers
If you are planning an extension to your property or would like to construct a new building, you will need to check the location of the public sewers.Many household drains are classified sewers under...
View ArticleContesting a Building Regulations enforcement notice
What to do if you believe your work does comply with Building RegulationsThe Enforcement Notice will usually allow 28 days in which to rectify the building work. If you wish to contest the notice on...
View ArticleCompetent Persons Scheme
Competent Persons Schemes were introduced by the Government to allow individuals and enterprises to self-certify that their work complies with Building Regulations, as an alternative to submitting a...
View ArticleEnergy Performance Certificates
Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) were introduced in October 2008 to help improve the energy efficiency of buildings. If you are building, selling or renting a home you need an EPC by law.The...
View ArticleBuilding Regulations guidance
A full list of Building Regulations approved guidance documents is available on the Planning Portal website.These guidance documents cover:Part A - Structure;Part B - Fire Safety;Part C - Site...
View ArticleGetting professional building advice
Unless you have a reasonable working knowledge of building construction it is advisable, before any work begins, to obtain professional advice from one or more of the following:Architect;Structural...
View ArticleBuilding control guidance
Ipswich Borough Council has produced a guide to take you through the Building Control process. It is not a substitute for professional advice but it aims to show how your project will be affected by...
View ArticleLABC warranties
The LABC is the member organisation representing local authority building control departments in England and Wales. Developers using local authority building control services can be eligible to receive...
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