Full plans application
This requires the submission of drawings with details showing
how you intend to comply with the regulations. We have a minimum of
5 weeks to check the plans for compliance extendable up to 2
months.
Building
Notice
Suitable for small works to non-commercial properties, this
requires an application to be made stating the nature of the works.
Not all works can be carried out on a building notice; there are
restrictions for situations such as building over or near a
sewer.
Regularisation
If you have carried out works without building control approval,
a retrospective application can be made to certify that the works
are within the regulations. There is an additional fee for a
regularisation application.
Replacement
Doors & Windows
Replacement windows and doors have to comply with the new
thermal performance standards of the Building Regulations. One of
the main reasons is to improve the performance of the building in
reducing heat loss through the structure therefore the new windows
/ doors must comply with Part L (Conservation of fuel and
power).
Electrical Installations
(Part P)
The Building Regulations include electrical safety to ensure
that electrical installations are put in safely in dwellings. This
affects any dwelling that is to have electrical work carried out,
which is more than a spur. It even includes electrical
installations to sheds, garages, greenhouses other detached
buildings and even wired up pond pumps!
Notice of
demolition
Generally if a building (or part) in excess of 1750 cubic feet
(approximately 50m³) is to be demolished authority under Sections
80-81 of the Building Act 1984 is required in advance.
This is achieved by giving the council notice on the Building
Control form BC06, and this should be served six weeks before the
demolition is commenced, so that adjacent owners and utility
providers can be notified as well.
Renovation of roof coverings
Where it is intended to replace a substantial area of a pitched
or flat roof surface (also known as a thermal element), an
application is required so that the standard of the existing
insulation can be assessed and upgraded where appropriate.
It should be noted that this also applies to walls where they
are to be externally re-clad, or internally re-lined.
Revised Charges - Applicable from 1st April 2013
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All enquiries regarding building control
charges should be emailed to building.control@southsomerset.gov.uk
with an outline plan and other details if possible. We will
endeavour to get a quote back to you within one working
day.
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South Somerset District Council Building Control provides an
occasional email update service for customers in order to alert
individuals to changes in regulations and requirements almost as
soon as we know
Updates provide early warning and are individually addressed to
protect your privacy. Should you wish to join just send a request
to building.control@southsomerset.gov.uk
Please note that many of our current Architects, Agents and
Professional Clients are already registered to this service.