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Building control and regulations
Anyone wishing to carry out building work will need to submit an application for Building Regulations approval to the Council. You can obtain Building Regulations approval in one of two ways:
Exceptions
You can choose either method with the following exceptions, which must have Full Plans approval:
- The building is used as a place of work, hotel or boarding house.
- The building is over or near a public sewer or fronts a private street.
Building Regulations also apply to the following:
- Heating or lighting systems
- Replacement windows, roof lights or glazed doors
- Chimneys
Before submitting an application check to see if the building is exempt from Building Regulations or requires planning permission.
Failure to obtain Building Regulations approval can result in prosecution and fines of up to £5000 for each offence. The council can also have the building work removed or rectified.
Gas Safety - changes
From April 1st 2009, Gas Safe Register replaces the CORGI gas registration scheme as the official gas safety body. After this date, only Gas Safe registered engineers should carry out work on gas appliances or installations in your home. For more information view the Gas Safety Leaflet from the menu on the right, or go to www.gassaferegister.co.uk
Further information
Further detailed guidance on building regulations procedures as well as technical advice can also be found at the Planning Portal website.
Follow the links below for further information on building work definitions and on the changes to Building Regulations from 1st January 2005 relating to electrical installations:
Gas Safety Leaflet