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by pmgltd
Sun Jan 25, 2009 9:53 am
Forum: Insulation Forum
Topic: 1890 victorian terrace with converted loft. No insulation!!
Replies: 6
Views: 10953

Hi, The removal of the existing lathe and plaster ceiling, and the provision of thermal insulation would require Building Regulation approval, as it effects Part L of the regulations (i.e. works to a thermal element). You will therefore need to submit a Building Regulations application and agree the...
by pmgltd
Thu Jan 22, 2009 5:55 pm
Forum: Architecture, Self Build and Design Forum
Topic: Sub floor ventilation to suspended concrete floor
Replies: 3
Views: 13943

I am pretty sure that the building regulations 9 years (part C) did not require the provision of sub floor ventilation - unless there was potential for the accumilation of ground gases in the sub-floor void. Fitting additional air bricks, would require the removal of existing bricks and the provisio...
by pmgltd
Thu Jan 22, 2009 5:49 pm
Forum: Architecture, Self Build and Design Forum
Topic: House division
Replies: 2
Views: 4421

Hi, Firstly, you will need to discuss your proposals with the Local Planning Authority, they will be able to inform you whether they would welcome a planning application to sub-divide your property into two properties. Some planning authorities require the provision of off road car-parking, private ...
by pmgltd
Thu Jan 22, 2009 5:34 pm
Forum: Architecture, Self Build and Design Forum
Topic: building regulations
Replies: 3
Views: 5721

Hi, You would be able to retrospective Building Regulation approval for your extension by submitting a Regularisation application to your local building control authority. There would be a set of application forms, and a fee to pay, and you would need to expose certain elements of the construction (...
by pmgltd
Wed Jan 21, 2009 9:12 pm
Forum: Architecture, Self Build and Design Forum
Topic: detached garage
Replies: 4
Views: 5109

Hi, If your proposed single storey, brick/block built, detached garage has an internal floor area of less than 30sq mtrs, then it would be classified as an exempt structure under Building Regulations, and as such you would not need to submit a Building Regulations. If the size of your garage exceeds...
by pmgltd
Tue Jan 20, 2009 10:09 pm
Forum: Roofing Repair and Construction Forum
Topic: Capillary action on low pitched roofs.
Replies: 3
Views: 10158

All roof tiles are designed to suit a certain roof pitch, and you must ensure that the tile which you use is suitable for the pitch of the roof which you have constructed. All tile manufacturers produce a range of tiles to suit differing pitches. Some tiles, such as the Forticrete Centurion can be l...
by pmgltd
Tue Jan 20, 2009 9:49 pm
Forum: Building Regulations and Planning Permission Forum
Topic: Help Manhole issues!
Replies: 3
Views: 9799

Hi, You will need to establish whether the drainage in question is a public sewer or a private drain. If a public sewer, your local drainage/water authority will dictate that you are unable to build an extension over a manhole serving a public sewer. If this is the case you will need to commence con...
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