Building control bodies, full plans applications, building notices, completion certificates, and regularisation
8 articles
Guide to permitted development rights allowing building work without planning permission, including single-storey extensions, loft conversions, and outbuildings.
Work that is exempt from Building Regulations in England, including small detached buildings, greenhouses, and certain electrical work.
Step-by-step guide to applying for Building Regulations approval in England, including what to submit and what to expect.
How Building Control fees are calculated and what to expect for common types of building work.
The most frequently encountered Building Regulations violations and how to avoid them.
When garden rooms, offices, and outbuildings require Building Regulations approval.
Requirements for converting a garage into habitable space under Building Regulations.
How to obtain retrospective Building Regulations approval for work done without consent.