What is Schedule 2 of the Building Regulations?

Some temporary buildings under certain circumstances may be exempt from parts of the buildings regulations. Schedule 2 of the building regulations ‘Exempt Buildings and Work’ defines a temporary building as, Class 4, ‘A building that is not intended to remain where it is erected for more than 28 days’.

What extensions are exempt from building regulations?

You do not need building regulations approval for some exempt projects, including: most repairs, replacements and maintenance work (except heating systems, oil tanks, fuse boxes and glazing units) new power and lighting points, or changes to existing circuits (except around baths and showers)

What is the purpose of the Building Act 1984?

The primary purpose of the Building Act 1984 is to assist in the conservation of fuel and power, to prevent waste, undue consumption, misuse or contamination of water, and to ensure that those who are in or near buildings are kept safe.

Are schools exempt from building regulations?

Where plans have been approved by the Secretary of State for Education and Employment, schools and other educational establishments are exempt from the requirements of the Regulations. Certain buildings of statutory undertakers and other specified bodies are also exempt.

What happens if you don’t get Building Regulations?

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.

Do building regs apply to old buildings?

The regulations apply to new construction work, and do not require that existing buildings are brought up to standard. However, where new work is being carried out to existing buildings, such as alterations, extensions, loft conversions, window replacement, insulation and so on the regulations do apply.

Can I build an extension without building regs?

Most extensions of properties require approval under the Building Regulations. There are a number of classes of new buildings or extensions of existing buildings that do not need Building Regulations approval, i.e. are exempt from the Regulations.

What does the Building Act cover?

It is the primary legislation governing the building industry. Its purpose is that: people can use buildings safely and without endangering their health. buildings have attributes that contribute appropriately to the health, physical independence and wellbeing of the people who use them.

Are building Regs legally binding?

The Building Act also sets the legal status of the “approved documents”, which provide general guidance on how specific aspects of building design and construction can comply with the building regulations. Currently (2016) the Building Regulations issued in 2010 (as amended) are the valid rules.

Can I start work before building regulations?

It is necessary then to give the building control body two working days notice before commencing the works. It is permissible to begin works before approval has been received, however, if the works are subsequently found not to comply with the building regulations, they may have to be altered or removed.