Who needs to complete a Building Regulations application and when do they require it?
A1. Anyone intending to carry out work to which building regulations apply must lodge an application with their local Building Control office. Examples of such work that requires approval includes: • Erecting a new building • Extending an existing building • Changing the use of a building (e.g. house to offices) • Converting a roofspace or garage • Carrying out structural alterations such as replacing existing walls, floors, roofs and stairs • Making two rooms into one • Removing a chimney breast • Installing cavity wall insulation • Drylining walls or lining walls/ceilings with sheeting or boarding • Replacing a fire door • Installing central heating and replacing/relining flues • Installing new sanitary appliances (not replacement only) Q2. I am considering the possibility of adding a conservatory to my property. Is it exempt from Building Regulations? A2. Yes it will be exempt from having to make an application provided your conservatory meets the following requirements: • It has an
