Do I need building Control to replace a roof?
Do I need building regulations approval or planning permission for re-roofing? Although planning permission for re-roofing is not typically required for straightforward residential projects, building regulations approval is usually necessary when re-roofing a dwelling.
Who is responsible for ensuring building regulations are met?
Meeting the requirements of the building regulations is the responsibility of the person carrying out the building work and, if they are not the same person, the owner of the building.
Do solid conservatory roofs need building regs?
Under normal circumstances, most conservatories are exempt from building regulations. However, that exemption depends on certain criteria that the conservatory must meet and any changes you make to the structure, including adding a solid roof, can mean it will no longer be exempt and building regulations may apply.
What happens if you don’t follow building regulations?
The Local Authority has to see that building work complies with the Regulations. If the work does not comply, you may be asked to alter or remove it. If you fail to do this, the Local Authority may serve a notice requiring you do so within 28 days, and you will be liable for the costs.
Who signs off building control?
In this case, a building inspector will approve the works as they are carried out by a process of inspection. Building Regulations approvals can be sought either from the building control department of the local authority or from an approved inspector. These are referred to as the building control body.
Can you sell a house without a building control certificate?
Yes, you, even if the previous owner was the one who made the building alterations. This means that if you don’t make the appropriate actions and the building regulation standards aren’t met, you can get fined or even face court proceedings.
Is it hard to get retrospective Building Regulations?
Yes, you can get retrospective building control approval. If you didn’t apply for building regs approval for the work before, or perhaps building work carried out by the previous owner didn’t have the relevant approval before starting, you can apply for ‘regularisation’ – retrospective approval.
How are charges set in London Borough of Barnet?
Charges are payable for various applications under the Building Regulations and Building Act and are set under The Building Regulation (Local Authority Charges) Regulations 2010, S10 of the London Local Authority Act 2004 and The London Borough of Barnet Building Regulations Charging Scheme No 2.1, 2015.
What is the role of building control in Barnet?
All building work carried out in Barnet should meet current building codes and regulation requirements. and associated legislation. It is the responsibility of those carrying out the work to ensure that the provisions of the regulations are fully met. The role of Building Control is only to check that they do so.
What does Barnet Council do with your information?
Barnet Council will collect and use the information you give us to undertake our functions as a local authority and deliver services to you. It is our responsibility to ensure that your information is kept safe.
What is the role of the building control authority?
It is the responsibility of those carrying out the work to ensure that the provisions of the regulations are fully met. The role of Building Control is only to check that they do so. Planning seeks to guide the way our towns, cities and countryside develop.