Is building regulations the same as planning permission?

Here’s the answer: Planning permission covers the principles of development assessing whether the development will accord with local and national policies and whether it would cause unacceptable harm, for example, to neighbours’ amenities, whereas the building regulations cover the structural aspects of development and …

Do I need planning permission or building regs?

It is generally realised that a form of permission is required for building work or alterations of properties. … For other building work, such as internal alterations, buildings regulations approval will probably be needed, but planning permission may not be.

Do building regs check planning permission?

No, Building regulations approval is separate from Planning approvals, and you should always check whether further consents such as planning permission and/or listed building may be required.

What is the difference between planning approval and building approval?

The short answer is planning permits are related to the proposed use of the land. So it’s the approval that you need for what you are proposing to use the land for. And building permits are the approval that you need to undertake the actual construction works and the methods in which you do so.

What happens if you build without building regs?

The Local Authority has to see that building work complies with the Regulations. If the work does not comply, you may be asked to alter or remove it. If you fail to do this, the Local Authority may serve a notice requiring you do so within 28 days, and you will be liable for the costs.

What can be built without planning permission?

Outbuildings such as sheds, garages, greenhouses and some other structures are also considered to be permitted development. You can build a garage or outbuilding on your property without planning permission as long as it’s of a reasonable size – no higher than 4 metres.

Is building regs a legal requirement?

Some kinds of building projects are exempt from the regulations, however generally if you are planning to carry out ‘building work’ as defined in regulation 3 of the building regulations, then it must comply with the building regulations.

How long do building regs take?

A decision should be received within five weeks for a full plans application. However, this may be extended to two months by agreement. It is necessary then to give the building control body two working days notice before commencing the works.

How do I get a building regulations certificate?

If a certificate has been lost, a copy can be obtained from the local authority, although a fee may be payable. Where minor works are carried out to a property, a certificate may be issued by a trades person under the competent persons schemes.

What are the building regulations Approved Documents?

Approved Documents

• Part A – Structure.
• Part B – Fire Safety.
• Part C – Site preparation and resistance to contaminants and moisture.
• Part D – Toxic Substances.
• Part E – Resistance to the passage of sound.
• Part F – Ventilation.
• Part G – Sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency.
• Part H – Drainage and Waste Disposal.

What are the stages of planning permission?

Step by step guide to the planning application process

• Step 1 – Pre-application advice. …
• Step 2 – Application and validation. …
• Step 3 – Consultation and publicity. …
• Step 4 – Site visit and assessment. …
• Step 5 – Recommendation. …
• Step 6 – Decision.

What planning approval means?

The planning approval process involves assessment of a proposal to use or develop land against the rules in a planning scheme. The planning process is mainly concerned with the impacts of a proposed use or development upon neighbouring land.

What plans do you need for planning permission?

Most planning applications need you to submit two plans as supporting documents: a location plan, which shows the site and the surrounding area, and a site plan, which shows the proposed development in detail. You can buy both online from one of the Planning Portal’s accredited suppliers, listed here.