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Harwood Building Control Approved Inspectors Ltd
Paul Robinson MRICS C.Build E MCABE MIFireE Introduction History of
The Building Regulations
What are The Regulations Approved Documents Alternative Approaches
When do you need an application Your Building Control Why choose
Harwood History of The Building Regulations History of Building
Regulations
The origins of our regulations and Building Control dates back as
far as the Great Fire of London in 1666 which destroyed 80% of the
city. In 1667, Parliament passed an Act for the rebuilding of
London. Surveyors were appointed to ensure the act was enforced. In
about 1774, introduction of District Surveyors (Building
Inspectors) followed soon after by the formation of the District
Surveyors Association. History of Building Regulations
The first national Building Regulations were introduced in
Amendments to these regulations have often been as aresult of a
major event such as occurred at Ronan Point. Ronan Point 16th May
1968 History of Building Regulations
Building Act introduced in 1984 A major overhaul of the national
Building Regulations tookplace in 1985. This changed the format of
the regulations into a simplecatalogue of basic functional
requirements. Supported by Approved Documents. What are the
Building Regulations? What are the Building Regulations?
The Building Regulations are The minimum standards for the design,
construction andalterations to virtually every building. Developed
by the Government and approved byParliament. National standard for
building work - major newdevelopment or an extension or alterations
to your home. They cover all aspects of construction
includingfoundations, fire safety... right through to
electricalsafety. eth Building Regulations are a minimum standard.
The actual Building Regulations
Building Regulations 2010 Schedule 1. B1 - Means of warning and
escape; Approved Documents Approved Documents Alternative
Approaches Alternative Approaches
Having thought life was nice and easy there are a whole range of
alternative design guidance available. Alternative Approaches
And it goes on When do you need an application When do you need an
application
Erection or extension of a building Provision or extension of a
controlled service or fitting Controlled fitting window, rooflight
or door Controlled service heating and hot water systems and
ventilation/lightingsystems, sanitary drainage (Part G, H, J, L or
P) Material alteration of a building or controlled service
orfitting Material change of use of a building Insertion of cavity
insulation Underpinning Changing buildings energy status Works to
thermal elements of a building When do you need an
application
Installing a wash hand basin Yes (controlled service) Window
replacement Yes (Controlled fitting) Erecting/removing stud
partition Yes (material alteration) Installing/altering fire alarm
system Yes/no (materialalteration) Replacing existing wash hand
basin - No When do you need an application
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Competent Person Schemes contd When do you need an
application
Material alteration Installation of a stair lift Regulation B1 When
do you need an application
Material alteration Alterations to external fire escape Regulation
B1 When do you need an application Your Building Control Your
Building Control Approved Inspectors Any guesses who was the first
Approved Inspector way back in 1984. Your Building Control Approved
Inspectors Companies or individuals authorised under the Building
Act 1984 to carry out building control in England and Wales.
Approved by The Secretary of State Construction Industry Council is
responsible for Approved Inspectors. Approved Inspectors are
required to seek re-approval from the CICAIR every five years. Your
Building Control Typical Process
Submit plans/specification/project details Fee quote issued Sign
and return project acceptance/PO received Initial notice served
(Five working days prior to the commencement of works) Plans
checked report issued Consult with the fire authority Carry out
site inspections Issue final certificate Your Building Control What
should you consider
Service levels (Building Control Performance Standards) Additional
value to the project (Save time, money, provide solutions)
Frequency of site inspections (number, inspection at relevant
stages) Design team meetings (Prior to applications, during
construction) Value engineering (save time, money, pick up issues
early) Response times ( s, plan checks, phone calls) Qualified
experienced staff (make decisions on site, confidence in decisions)
Working relationships consistency (Consistent approach, trust) Fees
(Compare service levels, What are you getting for your money,
compare like with like) Why choose Harwood Why choose Harwood Our
service levels Fee quotes issued within 24 hours Initial Notices
served within 24 hours following appointment Response tos within 24
hours Building Regulation assessment/feedback on plans, details and
amendments within 5 days National site inspection coverage with
site inspections arranged within 24 hours Immediate access to
technical advice during office hours Meet the team David Woodward
BSc(Hons) MRICS FFP Tim Grant BSc (Hons) C.Build E Chief Executive
Building Control Surveyor Martin Robinson Alex Robinson
Chairman/Director Building Control Surveyor Paul Robinson MRICS
C.Build E MCABE MIFireE Abby Sullivan MAAT Managing Director
Financial Controller Ben Cheeseman BSC(Hons) C.Build E MCABE Amanda
Blackman Manager Senior Administration Officer Liam McArdle
BSc(Hons) C.Build E MCABE Dont forget our network of 11 site
Project Manager inspectors, structural engineers and external
consultants Organisational Chart 2015 Board of Directors Any
questions HARWOOD BUILDING CONTROL APPROVED INSPECTORS LTD
HARWOOD CONSTRUCTION CONSULTANCY SERVICES LTD Paul Robinson MRICS
C. Build E MCABE MIFireE Managing Director Canterbury Innovation
Centre University Road, Canterbury Kent CT2 7FG M T
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