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by richardanthonyj
Sun Jul 07, 2019 11:36 am
Forum: Architecture, Self Build and Design Forum
Topic: What Insurance Should Structural Engineers Have?
Replies: 2
Views: 6117

Re: What Insurance Should Structural Engineers Have?

I would have to agree whole heartedly with Hugh Schkok on ths one. I'm not chartered but have 6 years of University, 3 years Initial professional Development in a Consultancy, 4 years as Senior designer and 20 odd years in practice. I wouldnt even contemplate doing that withoout carrying Public Liab...
by richardanthonyj
Sun Jul 07, 2019 11:21 am
Forum: Architecture, Self Build and Design Forum
Topic: Constructing Block and Render Gate Posts to Hang Gates
Replies: 1
Views: 4239

Re: Constructing Block and Render Gate Posts to Hang Gates

You'll need to form sufficiently deep foundations, with sufficient mass to prevent overturning. Set 4Nr T10 starter bars embedded at least 400mm into the foundations, with 300mm poking up above the foundations. Pour footings, allow to set, lap in additional reinforcement, build up blockwork, pour co...
by richardanthonyj
Sun Jul 07, 2019 11:12 am
Forum: Architecture, Self Build and Design Forum
Topic: Clay Brick Floor and Self Leveling Compound vs Laminate Underlay
Replies: 1
Views: 2715

Re: Clay Brick Floor and Self Leveling Compound vs Laminate Underlay

I guess the first issue to point out is that putting down a DPM will form a moisture barrier and I can't see an immediate solution to the juncture with external masonry walls- i'm assuming they're 9" solid? The self levelling compound, given that it's latex based, would form a permanent barrier...
by richardanthonyj
Sun Jul 07, 2019 10:48 am
Forum: Building Regulations and Planning Permission Forum
Topic: Building Regs for a Stud Wall Install?
Replies: 3
Views: 7861

Re: Building Regs for a Stud Wall Install?

fix the sole plate down to the floor and wall plate up under the floor joists, then run the studs between sole plate and wall plate, fixing top and bottom. The only times I have specified fixing studs to the external wall is when I've used them structurally to restrain the masonry/ stone against win...
by richardanthonyj
Fri Jul 05, 2019 10:14 am
Forum: Building Regulations and Planning Permission Forum
Topic: Party Wall Issue With Neighbours Starting Extension Without Agreement
Replies: 2
Views: 2810

Re: Party Wall Issue With Neighbours Starting Extension Without Agreement

Yes, they should have notified you and given you an appropriate amount fo time to respond. What depth are they setting their foundations at? Are they going lower than your foundations within 3 meters of your structure? Appoint a party wall surveyor, which I assume you already have in place, given th...
by richardanthonyj
Fri Jul 05, 2019 10:06 am
Forum: Building Regulations and Planning Permission Forum
Topic: Building Regulations for Front Porch Even if not Strictly Necessary?
Replies: 1
Views: 5054

Re: Building Regulations for Front Porch Even if not Strictly Necessary?

Potentially falls under Part A: Structure? New foundations?
Buildings insurance?
by richardanthonyj
Fri Jul 05, 2019 9:51 am
Forum: Building Regulations and Planning Permission Forum
Topic: Building Regs for a Stud Wall Install?
Replies: 3
Views: 7861

Re: Building Regs for a Stud Wall Install?

That's actually a tricky one to answer. Is the building Article 4 (a building of interest to the local authority?). In terms of building regs, you're clear when it comes to "structure" as the stud wall won't be carrying loads from building elements (if it falls down, the building wont coll...
by richardanthonyj
Fri Jul 05, 2019 9:43 am
Forum: Building Regulations and Planning Permission Forum
Topic: Hanging Ikea Kitchen Cabinets on a Firewall
Replies: 1
Views: 4109

Re: Hanging Ikea Kitchen Cabinets on a Firewall

The firewall I assume is formed of fireboard attached to studs. Based on this, fixings through the board would penetrate the seal, allowing fire to spread by providing ventilation within the cavity. Your builder is technically correct to say that you'd need to overboard the original firewall, so tha...
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