Building Regulations Drawings In London

When Are Building Regulation Drawings Needed?

Building Regulation Drawings are required when you plan to undertake construction work that affects the structure of a building or its services. This can include:

• Home Extensions: Adding rooms or increasing the size of the existing property.

• Loft Conversions: Changing the use of a space, like converting a loft or garage into a living area.

• Structural Alterations: Removing or altering load-bearing walls, installing large windows, or altering roof structures.

• New Build Home: Constructing new properties or substantial new structures.

• Installation of Services: Such as electrical systems, heating, ventilation, and plumbing that go beyond simple replacements.

  
  

Building Regulations Drawings ensure your project complies with local building regulations, covering aspects like safety, accessibility, energy efficiency, and ventilation. It's always a good idea to consult your local building control authority to verify what's needed for your specific project.

The Process of Building Regulation Drawings

To make the process as stress free as possible for our clients, Excela Architecture London manage the whole process of producing building regulations drawings and applying for building control approval all on your behalf.

From the initial choices on construction procedures right through to building control approval. Our London Architect team have experience working with local building control authorities and independent building inspectors all across London.

We will check and approve your building regulation drawings in London to ensure they comply with current UK regulations.

Once the building regulations drawings have been approved, the building control inspector or the approved inspector will visit the project at crucial stages of the build to ensure that the building work is being carried out inline with the approved building regulations drawings and the work complies with building regulations safety standards.

After the construction is complete, the building inspector will carry out a final the site visit with a view to issuing a final completion certificate that proves all work completed complies with the UK building regulations.

A building inspector has the power to refuse a completion certificate if the building work does not comply with the approved building regulations drawings, therefore, it is vital that you choose a company which has good experience with London building regulation drawings.