UK PLANNING PERMISSION and BUILDING REGULATIONS what’s the difference?
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- I regularly work with homeowners in the UK who have never hired an Architect or built anything before. One of the most important lessons I need my clients to learn is the difference between planning permission and building regulations. These are of equal legal status but most people focus far too much on planning permission and not enough people know about the building regulations.
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I just learned something new. Actually, I was reminded of what my mom (who was an architect) told me in my 20s. I am glad I watched this. Though what was explained on this channel is applicable to the U.K. I now need to do research on what is done in the town I am planning to start a project.
Aye, good informative video. I have a plot with PP etc. Bought it 7 years ago and hoping to break ground in the next couple of years. I have a few ideas on paper of my own, never got an architect involved yet as the regs change so much over my ten year plan. So waiting till nearer the time.
You are right about the regs. Have you seen my video about self build mortgages? th-cam.com/video/mqwU6m0z_Dw/w-d-xo.html
Can I just ask if an architect says there's a 99% chance of it going thru planning and getting permission then once it fails is it fair of the architect to still keep on charging the client?? If so what's to protect the client from losing 15-30k on architects basically doing daylight robbery on pensioners looking to build out their sites for income to support their old age?? Why is the UK not yet crystal clear on how much an architect can charge incase planning should fail and how costs can be paid fairly by the clients?? Seems like there's no one to help protect the client in this regard but they keep blaming planning permission and not the architects being thefts to a the tune of thousands 😮
Great content. Do l need planning permission to install a decking area in my back garden. Thanks
I can’t really answer that without much more detail. I suggest you contact your local planning department to discuss. If your house is listed or in a conservation area, or if the proposed deck would cause loss of privacy / overlooking of your neighbours, a deck will require planning and its design will need to be properly considered.
thank you!
Sorry but the planning system does hold up new housing. Or do your applications get through in 13 weeks. ?
I bought a property in 2016 which had a loft conversion already done from the previous owner. I don't have any paperwork for it nor do I know who Carried out the work. Who would I need to contact for a building compliance approval certificate? FYI I live in Derby, uk
I suspect contacting your local building standards department is the first step but, reading between the lines, it’s likely what has been build won’t comply with todays building regulations. You may have to carry out more work to make this comply. Before alerting the local authorities to this, perhaps get a chartered surveyor from RICS to do a report on whether it complies as it stands and what, if anything, might be required to bring it up to standard.
Would hiring an architect be able to cover the applications for both planning permission and Building regulation?
Yes, that is a normal part of most Architects services. You will probably also need a structural engineer for the building regulations approval
@@RealLifeArchitecture when starting off a extension plus renovation project, which professional should be the first to contact? Architect or builder or structural engineer or interior designer??
@@sucating Architect first. If your project is in the UK, I offer an online consultation service www.reallifearchitect.co.uk/online-consultation
I'm right in the middle of all this just now for a new build! Very exciting/confusing/stressful at the same time, I've currently got Planning Permission finally. 2 years in the making.. and just paid for building warrant application (in Scotland) and my architects fees to date, just gave the engineer the go ahead, so not quite sure when I can expect to hear back from everything and in what order to be honest, or what exactly is the next step when I get the warrant but I think I'm in good hands, lots still to figure out, hope to break ground in the coming months!
@@zororat sounds exciting. Do you have a builder lined up?
This was very insoightful, i have questions therefore i will be in contact shortly.
What are the rules about non static homes viz the premade shipping container conversions or such as ECO house etc.
Thank you for sharing.
May I ask, once granted, how long does the planning permission etc, last? Is there a time limit on any part of the plans?
Thanks again.
Three years
Where aI live we are short of architectural services. Is it true that a local architect has better chances to get all applications approved than an architect from another county?
So would it be recommended to get approval from building regulations first, and then once building regs are happy then apply for planning permission?
It is almost always down the other way around; planning first, then building regs.
Planning is always an unknown, there is always an element of rush. Best get that out of the way first. Plus, it usually costs less in professional time and fees to prepare a planning app. The time and fees for the regs application is almost always far greater.
@@RealLifeArchitecture thank you. Are building regs always needed? Are there any cases were building regs wouldn’t be needed?
@@ojsannals6877 yes, there are exceptions for very small alterations to homes, buildings under very small sizes (ie, garden sheds) the preamble to the regs lists them and these exceptions change over time, always check first
@@RealLifeArchitecture thanks. I'm looking at building a small timber frame extension to a garage to increase its length which is attached to the house. About 3.8m W x 2.5 M long and floor to ridge height
3.8m. Pre existing roof is pitched and the extension will be pitched and tied together. I'II have to check that resource out!
Thanks for sharing
No problem
Thanks great point
Fully agree with your comments 👍 a major part of my work is as a building control officer. The amount of times I've gone to a site and the owner is nieve about building regulations is extremely worrying. So I then have to spend additional time and effort explaining what and why it needs to comply. As you use the term building warrant I presume you practice in Scotland. As for the those of use south of the boarder also have building notices to deal with. Although in principle the idea that simple projects can be dealt with as works progress which makes sense. People seem to be using more often for projects that should have a full set of drawings and specification drawn up and submitted for approval prior to starting on site.
You are correct, I am based in Scotland. I never worked in England but I’ve heard horror stories about people having to demolish work because the design didn’t comply.
While the system in Scotland requires people to wait for warrant approval before starting work, many do not and fall foul of the same issues. We also don’t have independent verifiers, it’s all inspected and approved my local authority staff. Many are overworked and timescales can get ridiculous.
Would you need to involve building regs for a permitted extension?
Yes
Do you think Colinfurze bunker will pass building regs as there is no waterproofing and no water drainage system?
I made a whole video on this th-cam.com/video/TAhbj9hOEaA/w-d-xo.html in its current state I could be classified as storage space, but the structural elements need to be certified by an engineer. Check the video out
@@RealLifeArchitecture thank you
My architect has put in household planning permission to add a second floor to my bungalow and extend out both sides. Is this full planning permission? Her drawing have no detail on them. One builder who I have spoken to said it’s outline planning, any advise would very helpful.
I can’t comment on the work of another Architect.
If you want to check the status of a planning application, to see whether it is a full or outline permission, you should be able to see this on your local authority portal.
It is usual for planning application drawing to not show construction detail.
@@RealLifeArchitecture Thanks for the reply
Really?
I am a conveyancing solicitor in Scotland and completely agree with your comment regarding the attitude of the majority of the public to Building Regulations. The amount of times clients come to sell a property only to have the buyer's solicitor examine their titles and discover they don't have a building warrant and completion certificate for some work done to the property. The seller then normally has to pay for a surveyor to go out and check to ensure the property would have complied with the Regulations in place at the time of the work and everyone keeps their fingers and toes crossed for a positive report. Even if the surveyor gives a positive report the buyer will normally also insist on the seller paying for an insurance policy covering them should the Local Authority come along and start asking questions. It's not worth it and everyone gets very stressed out - employ professionals when carrying out work and make sure you have planning and a building warrant in place!
Thank you Kirsten. Personally, I blame the media for endlessly going on about the planners while almost ignoring or confusing building regulations. It was only after Grenfell Tower that the media, briefly, discussed the role of regulations but even then they weren’t clear.