Building Regulations Guidance
Building regulations guidance
Whenever a new building is to be built or alterations are proposed to an existing premises then Building Regulations approval will be required. Proposed plans for new premises and those undergoing alterations are usually sent for approval to either the local Authority Building Control department or an Approved Inspector. The proposed plans will then be passed to the local Fire and Rescue Service as a statutory for consultation.
New buildings and alterations to existing buildings have to comply with five overarching requirements in relation to fire safety.
- B1 – Means of warning and escape
- B2 – Internal fire spread (linings)
- B3 – Internal fire spread (structure)
- B4 – External fire spread
- B5 – Access and facilities for the fire service
What we offer?
Comprehensive help and advice
We will endeavour to find you the most efficient and cost-effective method. We offer help and advice whilst guiding you through the process. If the legislation changes we will inform you and advise on how it could affect your existing plans as well as catering new solutions.
Plan checking
To avoid expensive mistakes, and extra work we offer consultation from the design stage.
