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Building Regulations & Structural Calculations

What are building regulations?

The building regulations help ensure that new buildings, conversions, renovations, and extensions (domestic or commercial) are going to be safe, healthy, and high-performing.

Detailed regulations cover specific topics including structural integrity, fire protection, accessibility, energy performance, acoustic performance, protection against falls, and electrical and gas safety. They also lay standards for drains, ventilation, protection against the ingress of water, and protection against contamination including methane and radon gas.

The building regulations are defined by the English and Welsh Governments and consist of the following, required, compliances.

Part A: Structure

Part B: Fire safety

Part C: Contamination and moisture

Part D: Toxic substances

Part E: Passage of sound

Part F: Ventilation

Part G: Sanitation and water

Part H: Drainage and waste disposal

Part J: Combustion appliances and fuel storage systems

What's the difference between building regulations and planning permission?

It is generally realised that a form of permission is required for building work or alterations of properties. However, it may not always be clear how the planning and building regulations approval regimes differ.

You may also have responsibilities under the construction health and safety regulations.

Building regulations set standards for the design and construction of buildings to ensure the safety and health of people in or about those buildings. They also include requirements to ensure that fuel and power are conserved and facilities are provided for people, including those with disabilities, to access and move around inside buildings

Planning seeks to guide the way our towns, cities, and countryside develop. This includes the use of land & buildings, the appearance of buildings, landscaping considerations, highway access, and the impact that the development will have on the general environment.

For many types of building work, separate permission under both regimes (separate processes) will be required. For other building work, such as internal alterations, building regulations approval will probably be needed, but planning permission may not be.

If you're looking for a reliable and experienced team to help you with building regulations, you've come to the right place. Our team has a 100% approval rate, meaning we have the expertise and knowledge to ensure your project meets all necessary regulations. Let us help you bring your vision to life while ensuring compliance with all building regulations.

Part K: Falling, collision and impact

Part L: Conservation of fuel and power

Part M: Access and use of buildings

Part O: Overheating

Part P: Electrical safety

Part Q: Security

Part R: Electronic communications infrastructure

Part S: Infrastructure for the charging of electric vehicles

Regulation 7: Materials and workmanship

We provide a full range of building regulations sevices, structural calculations services, project management sign offs, fire statements and on-site visits.