The Building Regulations

The Building Regulations ensure health and safety, energy conservation and
disabled access in buildings.

The Following Information is for guidance only and is not a definitive interpretation
of the Building Regulations Act.

If in doubt you should contact you Local Council Department for advice before
undertaking any works to your property.

Feel free to download the building regulations so you can have a better idea of
what is possible when building an extension.

Do I Require Building Regulations Approval?

The following types of project will require Building Regulations Approval.

The erection or extension of a Building including conversion of the loft space.

The Installation or extension of a service or fittings such as Washing and sanitary
facilities, hot water cylinders.

Foul or rainwater drainage, replacement windows and Fuel burning appliances
of any type.

Exempt Works Include the Following

A porch or conservatory built at ground level and under 30sqm in floor area is
exempt providing that the glazing complies with the safety glazing requirements of
Part N of the Regulations.

A carport extension, open on at least two sides and under 30sqm in floor area.

A single storey detached garage under 30sqm in floor area, providing that it does
not contain any sleeping accommodation, and is built of substantially non
combustible material and is no less than 1m from the site boundary.

A Summer House, Shed or Greenhouse.