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Building Regs

The Building Regulations are grouped into ‘approved documents’ (A to P) according to subject. Architects and Chartered Surveyors base their designs around these requirements. The normal procedure is to produce drawings (typically 1:50 or 1:100 scale) of the proposed works and submit them to your local council Building Control Department, where they will be checked for compliance.

For larger projects you may be asked to obtain structural engineer’s calculations, so the Council can be sure the loads are adequately supported.

PDF some typical Local Authority BC guidance notes

PDF How to make An Application: Useful advice from Wigan Council B.Control

Download BUILDING REGS DOCUMENTS here

Part A: Structure

Part B: Fire safety

Part C: Site preparation and resistance to moisture

Part D: Toxic substances

Part E: Resistance to the passage of sound

Part F: Ventilation

Part G: Hygiene

Part H: Drainage and waste disposal

Part J: Combustion appliances and fuel storage systems

Part K: Protection from falling, collision and impact

Part L1A: Conservation of fuel and power – new dwellings

Part L1B: Conservation of fuel and power – existing dwellings

Part M: Access to and use of buildings

Part N: Glazing – safety in relation to impact, opening and cleaning

Part P: Electrical safety

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