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Nearly all construction works require Building Regulations Approval.
This is a technical approval which
ensures that the construction meets
reasonable levels of performance in terms of structural stability, damp
resistance, fire protection, ventilation, sanitation, thermal performance,
access and general safety.

As well as checking construction drawings for compliance, Building Inspectors make regular site visits to ensure their
requirements are incorporated into the works.

Building Regulations applications are made on a standard form. The amount of information provided is not prescribed but approval will not usually be granted where information is missing unless there is a specific reason why the details are not available, such as where a specialist
subcontractor will be providing them.

The local authority charge standard fees based on the size or cost of the works. There are usually two fees involved, the first submitted with the application and the second paid at the commencement of construction.

DO I ALWAYS NEED BUILDING
REGULATIONS APPROVAL?
Not always - some small detached
buildings can be exempt from the Building Regulations.

WILL MY CONSERVATORY NEED
BUILDING REGULATIONS APPROVAL?
No, as long as your building meets the requirements for a conservatory, which are:
At least 75% of the roof is glazed.
At least 50% of the walls are glazed.
The conservatory is separated from the house with doors or windows.
The glazing is safety glass.
The floor area is less than 30 square metres.
Any structural works associates with enlarging existing openings will require approval.
Planning Permission may be required for your conservatory.

DO MY REPLACEMENT WINDOWS NEED BUILDING REGULATIONS APPROVAL?
Yes, but most replacement window companies are licensed to do this work and will lodge the appropriate notification.

I AM JUST HAVING MY HOUSE RE-WIRED. DOES THIS NEED APPROVAL?
Yes, these works now require approval.
However, many electricians are licensed to self certify their installations.


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BUILDING REGULATIONS APPROVAL FOR HOUSE EXTENSIONS AND ALTERATIONS
The Building Regulations relate to the construction of your proposals.