Full plans application
This requires the submission of drawings with details showing
how you intend to comply with the regulations. We have a minimum of
5 weeks to check the plans for compliance extendable up to 2
months.
Building Notice
Suitable for small works to non-commercial properties, this
requires an application to be made stating the nature of the works.
Not all works can be carried out on a building notice; there are
restrictions for situations such as building over or near a
sewer.
Regularisation
If you have carried out works without building control approval,
a retrospective application can be made to certify that the works
are within the regulations. There is an additional fee for a
regularisation application.
Replacement Doors & Windows
Replacement windows and doors have to comply with the new
thermal performance standards of the Building Regulations. One of
the main reasons is to improve the performance of the building in
reducing heat loss through the structure therefore the new windows
/ doors must comply with Part L (Conservation of fuel and
power).
Electrical
Installations (Part P)
The Building Regulations include electrical safety to ensure
that electrical installations are put in safely in dwellings. This
affects any dwelling that is to have electrical work carried out,
which is more than a spur. It even includes electrical
installations to sheds, garages, greenhouses other detached
buildings and even wired up pond pumps!
Notice of
demolition
Generally if a building (or part) in excess of 1750 cubic feet
(approximately 50m³) is to be demolished authority under Sections
80-81 of the Building Act 1984 is required in advance.
This is achieved by giving the council notice on the Building
Control form BC06, and this should be served six weeks before the
demolition is commenced, so that adjacent owners and utility
providers can be notified as well.
Renovation of roof coverings
Where it is intended to replace a substantial area of a pitched
or flat roof surface (also known as a thermal element), an
application is required so that the standard of the existing
insulation can be assessed and upgraded where appropriate.
It should be noted that this also applies to walls where they
are to be externally re-clad, or internally re-lined.