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Technical guidance and information relating to building regulations and legislation.
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· How to submit a Building Regulations application
· Homeowners guide to conservatories
· Homeowners guide to building an energy efficient extension
Builders guide to Tiles and Slates
· Thatched buildings for small builders
Roofing battens for builder
Retrofitting solar panels
Solar domestic hot water systems
Loft conversations
U-Values of Elements
Guidance note 1 – Radon guidance note and plan
· Guidance note 2 – Consequential improvements
· Guidance note 3 – Piling guide
· Guidance note 4 – Electrical safety
· Guidance note 5 – Replacement windows
· Guidance note 6 – Garage conversions
· Guidance note 7 – The role of Building Control and the Building Regulations
· Guidance note 8 – Perculation tests
· Guidance note 9 – Non mains drainage
Photo voltaic panel installations
· DCLG leaflet "building work, replacements and repairs to your home"
· The Party Wall Act (guidance booklet)
Whilst every care has been taken in compiling the above guidance notes the Building Regulations are changed from time to time so it is important that you check that the information here is still current. The details highlighted in these guidance notes are for general scenarios and each case should be taken on its own merits.
If in doubt please do not hesitate to contact us