As of December 2007 every home on the market needs to have a Home Information Pack. An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) forms part of this pack. LABC has written a short information sheet which you may find useful. (Click on the following external link to view the document) Energy Performance Certificates
Tandridge Building Control 19 May 2008
To find out if an electrician is Part P registered you can click on the following external link hosted by LABC and search their Part P Competent Person Register LABC Competent Person Search
Building Control has created an online Building Regulation Applications search facility which you can use to search basic information about a property.
You may find it useful to:
This information is only available from 1994 onwards and complete records begin from January 2006.
See the following link for further information Search for building regulations applications
In the past, re-roofing work has been exempt from Building Regulations if it has involved like-for-like replacement of tiles and no additional structural work. (An application was only needed if the new tiles were lighter or heavier.)
However, legislative changes that came into force in April 2006 mean that anyone doing re-roofing work, including replacement of flat roofs, has to apply for Building Regulations approval.
What has changed?
The government is concerned about conservation of fuel and power and wants to ensure that when properties are re-roofed that insulation is adequate.
Are there any other issues to consider?
It is likely on the majority of re-roofing projects that insulation will need to be upgraded and as a result of this, it may also be necessary to incorporate increased cross-ventilation measures.
You should also be aware that whilst it is good to see the advances in roofing products on the market today, you should always check that the product you intend to use is not part of a total system which manufacturers won't guarantee unless installed to specific instructions. The last thing a building control officer wants to do is come along after the work has been done and tell you it is not satisfactory.
Where can I get more information?
Thermal elements are described in approved document L1B (domestic) of the Building Regulations and are viewable at Planning Portal - General Public Home
Building control are always happy to discuss individual situations before you submit an application and Chris ap Simon, Head of Building Control, can be contacted on 01883 732872 or via email at buildingcontrol@tandridge.gov.uk
To make calculating your building control fee simpler we have created an online fee calculator which will estimate the fee you should enclose on submission of your building regulations application. Please see the link below or use the link in the Building Control menu.
Tandridge Building Control 14 May 2007
From 14 December 2007 the government made it compulsory for anyone in England and Wales planning to sell a home to have a Home Information Pack (HIP) of essential information about their property available for prospective buyers.
The HIPs includes the title deeds, local/water searches, leasehold information and energy performance details. It is therefore more important than ever that all homeowners keep records of certain types of work carried out to their property.
If you are having building works carried out at your home, which are subject to building regulations, you should ensure your builder arranges a final inspection of the works with building control. Once a satisfactory inspection has been carried out, you will be issued with a completion certificate which you should keep with your building regulations approval document. If you don't, your house sale could be held up in the future when the results of a land charges search are returned. (Both these documents are also essential if you need to provide a HIP pack for your property sale.)
For more information visit Home Information Packs website
Tandridge Building Control December 2007
On 18 December 2006 the Government announced revisions to Part B (Fire Safety) of the Building Regulations and the new legislation came into force on 6 April 2007.
The main changes are explained and can be viewed at Building Regs Info
Volume 1 (dwelling houses) includes new requirements for smoke alarms and loft conversions and introduces the concept of sprinkler protection for buildings with a floor more than 7.5m above ground level.
Volume 2 covers buildings other than dwelling houses and introduces a maximum unsprinklered compartment size for single storey warehouses, new guidance on residential care homes (including use of sprinklers) and new requirements to ensure occupiers are made aware of their building's fire protection measures.
Further information
Hard copies of Approved Document B (Volumes 1 & 2) have now been published and can be purchased from www.ribabookshops.com or by calling them on 0207 256 7222.
Tandridge Building Control - 18 April 2007
The LABC New Home Warranty is a quality service offering specific competitive products for speculative residential housing, social housing and self build.
The LABC New Home Warranty scheme has been created in partnership between LABC, the representative body for Local Authority Building Control, and MD Insurance Services Limited (MDIS) the company that administers the scheme which is regulated by the Financial Services Authority (FSA).
LABC new home warranty
This caters for speculative developers and builders covering conversions, new build and mixed use developments. The product recognises and rewards quality projects with competitive premiums and market-leading terms. Service and support is fast and seamless because of MDIS's experienced, dedicated customer service team.
LABC social housing warranty
A competitive tailored solution covering shared-ownership, rented or key worker accommodation projects. Quality is rewarded with the same advantages given to speculative developers. Cover can be provided for either a 10 or 12 year period.
LABC self build warranty
Designed specifically for individuals building their own homes - both new build and conversions - to provide peace of mind. Quality is rewarded through competitive premiums and excellent service based on MDIS's extensive experience of self build projects.
How to get a quotation
Either telephone 0845 054 0505, e-mail enquiries@labcnewhomewarranty.co.uk or download an application form from LABC New Home Warranty
Tandridge Building Control - 29 January 2007
