Five reasons to choose Newham Building Control

OneWhy Us?Newham’s landscape is one of the fastest changing in the capital. In recent years the scale of construction has been unparalleled in all sectors. From major projects like the Olympic Park venues,

City and the ExCeL London exhibition and conference centre to local schemes such as the award-winning Icona Point and Newham Homes’ regeneration programme, expansion has been quick.

Integral to this transformation has been Newham’s Building Control team. Backed by our highly experienced, dedicated surveyors the service has gained a deserved reputation for intelligent solutions, technical excellence and minimum time scales.

Newham Building Control have

an integral part of the design team on the development of innovative and sustainable schemes and structures. Some of which have broken new ground and have won national awards.

TwoWhat you can expect• Surveyors are available from an early stage to work as part of your design team. They can attend design development meetings, offer options and solutions on evolving designs ensuring that all major issues are resolved prior to submission of your Building Regulation application.• Surveyors are available to offer advice on your design from the outset. This will ensure valuable input during your design development before you seek planning permission. Key issues including site access for the Fire Service, accessibility and the number and location of staircases and lifts can be agreed at an early stage. • A dedicated building control surveyor to book in your application quickly.• A dedicated project surveyor to work with you throughout the project. For larger • A comprehensive response within 10 working days of the deposit of your application.• A staged payment of inspection fees spread out throughout the construction project.• Same day site inspections from a locally based team. On very large projects we can base the surveyor on site.• Short notice, evening and weekend availability can be arranged.• Strong ties with other parts of the Council and the Fire Brigade.• Ability to undertake the plan examination process for projects anywhere in England and Wales.

ThreeOur staffThe team is made up of staff

sports venue safety and structural engineering. Staff are kept up to date with regular training programmes relevant to their profession.

They have a thorough knowledge of the locality and a full appreciation of customer care. They are backed by a dedicated Technical Support team and a daily duty Surveyor.

FourOur Low cost to youBuilding Regulation fees can now be individually tailored for each project.

of the fee which can take into account the quality of the design package, the size and timescale of the project, complexity / repetitiveness of the design and client’s expectations of the service.

FiveAccess to Essential Complementary Services for the Construction Industry Through our Partnership with LABC Consult Newham can offer clients using our Building Control team additional services including:

• Energy conservation and sustainability. Everything from SAP, code assessments, air tightness testing to BREEAM attainment.• Warranties for new homes, mixed use developments, non-residential buildings including commercial, hospital / healthcare, industrial, education and public buildings.• Sound Testing including pre completion testing and environmental noise & vibration assessments (PPG24, BS4142)• Fire Risk Assessments.• Registered Details.

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As building regulations become evermore complex clients tell us that

are embarking on a building project whether it’s big or small. We’re here to help.

“We have worked with Newham Building Control on a number of challenging projects in and around the Olympic Park where innovative fire safety solutions were needed to achieve the best results. We have always found their team to be approachable and open to new ideas. They are professional, knowledgeable and give an all round excellent service. It is a pleasure to work with them.” Paul MackenDirectorJeremy Gardner Associates Limited

“On a large, complex, mixed use scheme such as the Stratford City Project it is important for the success of the project to establish at an early stage a good, collaborative working relationship with the Building Regulation Approvals Authority. We have established an excellent working relationship both with the design approvals and site teams from the London Borough of Newham Building Control. Flexibility has been a key facet of the relationship with Newham adopting an open minded approach, treating design strategies on their own merit even when challenging established Building Codes. This refreshing approach has enabled the Stratford City Project to push the boundaries and encompass new technologies.”

Colin Westwood R.I.B.ADesign ExecutiveWestfield Stratford City

Westfield

Icona Point

Rick Roberts Way

Adler Court, Earlham Grove

“All inspections were carried out in a timely manner with all aspects of the construction being inspected. Any observations were taken on board and dealt with and completed as soon as possible. The cooperation shown by the Building Control team went a long way to making this contract very successful. The final inspections of the flats, which went very smoothly, were carried out to an intense programme which relied on a high input from the Building Control officer. Once again thank you for your help on making Icona Point a very successful contract.”

Rod KilbySenior Project ManagerTelford Homes

“Stock Woolstencroft had an excellent working relationship with Newham Building Control throughout the Icona project, resulting in an end product to be proud of.”

Derek JayPartnerStock Woolstencroft

“We’ve worked with the team on schemes ranging from one million pounds to ten million plus. Their professionalism and commitment is always the same. We use them because they are fair, friendly, helpful and cost conscious. They aim to find the best solution for everyone involved.”

Richard O’RawePre-Commencement ManagerGalliford Try Partnership Ltd

“We are pleased to be associated with Newham Building Control in connection with this successful project.

We found their flexible approach and keen contribution to the overall construction process particularly helpful, especially at site level.

We look forward to the opportunity of working with the Building Control team on future projects.”

Andy ManstonSite ManagerIndecon limited

London 2012 Venues

“The Olympic Stadium was a high profile, fast track complex Project, the like of which had not previously been constructed. The continuous dialogue, co-operation and help that the Newham led JLAB team gave, considerably assisted in achieving completion of this Project.”

Mike BretonSite ManagerOlympic Stadium Contractor

“In June 2008, we won the contract to construct the London2012 Velodrome. During construction phase LondonBorough of Newham worked very closely with us and ourdesign teams. They assisted in ensuring that this landmarkvenue was completed ahead of schedule, and complied with legislation and the Olympic Delivery Authority priority themes. The project has been the proud recipient of a number of recent awards including the Institution of Civil Engineers Building of the Year and Architects Journal 100 Building of the Year. We look forward in building on our good working relationship on future developments.”

Tim SullivanSenior Design ManagerLondon 2012 Velodrome Contractor

University of East LondonDocklands Campus“An ‘info warehouse’ is located at the heart of this resource centre and business school which was officially opened by HM The Queen. The striking oversailing roof is designed to protect users against strong winds from across the dockside, and to reduce noise and pollution from nearby City Airport. The building inspector I worked with on this project was without doubt the best I’ve encountered during my 40 year career. I can’t speak too highly of Newham’s Building Control team.”

Peter EarlProject Manager

ExCeLLondon

“Newham’s knowledge has been instrumental in the design and safety of this project. Site inspections were scheduled around the construction programme and the need to adjust working times around other events operating in the phase 1 building, enabling management of work to progress very smoothly. Newham are currently involved in the design and construction of another development at ExCeL London, a 250 bedroom hotel.” Kevin Bond,Head of Engineering ExCeL London

“We have been very lucky to have the Newham Building Control officers on board. ExCeL London is their ‘baby’ from a building control point of view so they have remained more than interested in it over the years. When we have changed something or made alterations, they have been there to help and to advise how we can get things the way we want them – and to do that everyone in the design team needs to be flexible. For example, when the fire testing begins we may have to work during the night or weekends, so Newham has to be flexible to work these times… they fully understand the needs of the business.”

Brian Cole,Operations Director,ExCeL London

FlyingAngel

Churcher House

Athena Court

“Mulalley’s experience with Newham Building Control on our little Ilford Development has been extremely positive, not only have they provided us with a thorough Building Control/inspection service they have also turned around conditional approvals quickly to assist us to meet our programme deadlines.”

John MooreDirectorMulalley

“We, at Inis Developments would like to congratulate Newham Council for their vision in the planning process for the land marked site that we are presently completing on the corner of Warton Road and High Street Stratford. Without the help and enthusiasm of all Newham officials during the building process we would have been unable to bring this project to a successful completion. A special thanks must go to the Principle Building Control Surveyor, whose vast experience and knowledge was essential throughout the construction and completion period of this development”

Richard O’RawePre-Commencement ManagerGalliford Try Partnership Ltd

“I would like to thank Newham Building Control for their help and advice provided on our Flying Angel project in Victoria Dock Road. Their inspections were always proactive with regards to the many problems we encountered in the conversion and extension of this large seamen’s mission into 65 modern flats, maisonettes and 10 artists studios.”

Stephen OwenSite ManagerKind & Co (Builders) Limited

Newham are not just a local team, we are part of a national organisation

When it comes to building control compliance, no one does it better than Local Authority Building Control. With a 70% market share across all building sectors, local authorities are best placed to provide you with advice to ensure safe and compliant buildings whilst assisting you in value engineering your schemes to deliver cost effective, sustainable solutions.

One way or another, all compliance in buildings comes back to local authority building control. We have the largest network, the most professional surveyors and cover all work from national stadiums to new homes, commercial buildings to residential extensions.

Whether we are dealing with a tower in the City of London, The Shard, London Olympics and Wembley Stadium or a barn conversion in rural Wales we have in-depth experts close by. Fire engineering, structures, energy conservation, sustainability, acoustics, access – these are topics where we have many experts at local, regional and national level.

LABC Consult – There’s more to Local Authority Building Control than meets the eyeOur unique association with some of the country’s leading construction industry experts allows us to provide you with a service that you can’t get from other building control providers.

We wanted to make the whole development process as easy as possible for our clients – that’s where LABC Consult comes in.

LABC Consult has been established to bring you the very best expertise industry has to offer.

We’ll take on any and all projects and build a team of suitable experts from both within the LABC network and from our extensive pool of independent specialists to match the exact needs of that project.

This all-in-one service gives you exactly what you need, when you need it, whether it’s expertise on how to achieve high sustainability ratings, innovative fire engineered designs, acoustic and air pressure testing or streamlined accreditation of construction system and products.

Registered DetailsRegistering your building types, solutions or systems with LABC enables you to streamline the whole building control process. Details registered with LABC will automatically be accepted and approved by Local Authority Building Control teams across England and Wales.

Valued by architects, specifiers and product manufacturers alike, http://www.labc.uk.com/registereddetails is the place to source information on building control accepted products, systems and solutions.

Energy Conservation & SustainabilityLABC Consult can offer everything from SAP to Code Assessments and BREEAM assisting with the energy and performance strategy of a development and overheating calculations to writing performance specifications and advising your design team.

Our Surveyors and consultants have a unique skill set and wide-ranging portfolio of projects having worked extensively on code 6 and PassivHaus design.

This all-in-one service gives you exactly what you need, when you need it, whether it’s expertise on how to achieve high sustainability ratings, innovative fire engineered designs, acoustic and air pressure testing or streamlined accreditation of construction system and products.

LABC AcousticsLABC Acoustics, offers a fully UKAS accredited sound insulation pre-

completion testing service. LABC Acoustics also meets the requirements for all BREEAM Projects. We offer environmental noise and vibration assessments (PPG24, BS4142), assisting you from project inception through to final commissioning. Helping you to achieve success at all stages with building audits and sound insulation desktop studies.

Our team has worked extensively with architects, housing associations, major property developers and private clients.

LABC WarrantyLABC Warranty is the fastest growing provider of warranties for new homes, social housing, self-build and completed housing in England & Wales. We also provide latent defects insurance for mixed use schemes and non-residential buildings including: retail, commercial, hospitality, industrial, health, education and public buildings. All the schemes are unique to LABC and support customers of local authority Building Control services.

LABC Warranty provides full geographical coverage with its own

warranty surveyors and a dedicated FSA compliant sale team.

Fire EngineeringOur specialist Fire Engineers are sourced from across the UK. LABC Consult works with leading Fire Engineering organisations to ensure that each project’s fire safety requirements are met through innovative design solutions.

Our consultants have exceptional knowledge of a huge range of projects and have worked on buildings across the world, from London to Hong Kong and ranging from restaurants to international airports and luxury apartments.

Fire Risk AssessmentsWith a team of 100 FRACS certified Fire Risk Assessors across England and Wales, LABC Consult is able to offer you a responsive, professional and skilled service that is independently monitored for quality and value.

Contact us

Building Control Service London Borough of NewhamRegeneration, Planning & PropertyNewham Dockside 1000 Dockside Road London E16 2QU

Website address: www.newham.gov.uk/buildingcontrol

Gordon RoyHead of Building ControlDDI: 020 3373 7653 Int: 37653Email: gordon.roy@newham.gov.uk