Harwood Building Control Approved Inspectors Ltd
Paul Robinson MRICS C.Build E MCABE MIFireE Introduction History of The Building Regulations
What are The Regulations Approved Documents Alternative Approaches When do you need an application Your Building Control Why choose Harwood History of The Building Regulations History of Building Regulations
The origins of our regulations and Building Control dates back as far as the Great Fire of London in 1666 which destroyed 80% of the city. In 1667, Parliament passed an Act for the rebuilding of London. Surveyors were appointed to ensure the act was enforced. In about 1774, introduction of District Surveyors (Building Inspectors) followed soon after by the formation of the District Surveyors Association. History of Building Regulations
The first national Building Regulations were introduced in Amendments to these regulations have often been as aresult of a major event such as occurred at Ronan Point. Ronan Point 16th May 1968 History of Building Regulations
Building Act introduced in 1984 A major overhaul of the national Building Regulations tookplace in 1985. This changed the format of the regulations into a simplecatalogue of basic functional requirements. Supported by Approved Documents. What are the Building Regulations? What are the Building Regulations?
The Building Regulations are The minimum standards for the design, construction andalterations to virtually every building. Developed by the Government and approved byParliament. National standard for building work - major newdevelopment or an extension or alterations to your home. They cover all aspects of construction includingfoundations, fire safety... right through to electricalsafety. eth Building Regulations are a minimum standard. The actual Building Regulations
Building Regulations 2010 Schedule 1. B1 - Means of warning and escape; Approved Documents Approved Documents Alternative Approaches Alternative Approaches
Having thought life was nice and easy there are a whole range of alternative design guidance available. Alternative Approaches
And it goes on When do you need an application When do you need an application
Erection or extension of a building Provision or extension of a controlled service or fitting Controlled fitting window, rooflight or door Controlled service heating and hot water systems and ventilation/lightingsystems, sanitary drainage (Part G, H, J, L or P) Material alteration of a building or controlled service orfitting Material change of use of a building Insertion of cavity insulation Underpinning Changing buildings energy status Works to thermal elements of a building When do you need an application
Installing a wash hand basin Yes (controlled service) Window replacement Yes (Controlled fitting) Erecting/removing stud partition Yes (material alteration) Installing/altering fire alarm system Yes/no (materialalteration) Replacing existing wash hand basin - No When do you need an application
Competent Person Schemes When do you need an application
Competent Person Schemes contd When do you need an application
Competent Person Schemes contd When do you need an application
Competent Person Schemes contd When do you need an application
Competent Person Schemes contd When do you need an application
Material alteration Installation of a stair lift Regulation B1 When do you need an application
Material alteration Alterations to external fire escape Regulation B1 When do you need an application Your Building Control Your Building Control Approved Inspectors Any guesses who was the first Approved Inspector way back in 1984. Your Building Control Approved Inspectors Companies or individuals authorised under the Building Act 1984 to carry out building control in England and Wales. Approved by The Secretary of State Construction Industry Council is responsible for Approved Inspectors. Approved Inspectors are required to seek re-approval from the CICAIR every five years. Your Building Control Typical Process
Submit plans/specification/project details Fee quote issued Sign and return project acceptance/PO received Initial notice served (Five working days prior to the commencement of works) Plans checked report issued Consult with the fire authority Carry out site inspections Issue final certificate Your Building Control What should you consider
Service levels (Building Control Performance Standards) Additional value to the project (Save time, money, provide solutions) Frequency of site inspections (number, inspection at relevant stages) Design team meetings (Prior to applications, during construction) Value engineering (save time, money, pick up issues early) Response times ( s, plan checks, phone calls) Qualified experienced staff (make decisions on site, confidence in decisions) Working relationships consistency (Consistent approach, trust) Fees (Compare service levels, What are you getting for your money, compare like with like) Why choose Harwood Why choose Harwood Our service levels Fee quotes issued within 24 hours Initial Notices served within 24 hours following appointment Response tos within 24 hours Building Regulation assessment/feedback on plans, details and amendments within 5 days National site inspection coverage with site inspections arranged within 24 hours Immediate access to technical advice during office hours Meet the team David Woodward BSc(Hons) MRICS FFP Tim Grant BSc (Hons) C.Build E Chief Executive Building Control Surveyor Martin Robinson Alex Robinson Chairman/Director Building Control Surveyor Paul Robinson MRICS C.Build E MCABE MIFireE Abby Sullivan MAAT Managing Director Financial Controller Ben Cheeseman BSC(Hons) C.Build E MCABE Amanda Blackman Manager Senior Administration Officer Liam McArdle BSc(Hons) C.Build E MCABE Dont forget our network of 11 site Project Manager inspectors, structural engineers and external consultants Organisational Chart 2015 Board of Directors Any questions HARWOOD BUILDING CONTROL APPROVED INSPECTORS LTD
HARWOOD CONSTRUCTION CONSULTANCY SERVICES LTD Paul Robinson MRICS C. Build E MCABE MIFireE Managing Director Canterbury Innovation Centre University Road, Canterbury Kent CT2 7FG M T