What are building regulations Ireland?
Building regulations are a set of legal requirements for the design and construction of new buildings, extensions and material alterations to and certain changes of use of existing buildings.
Do I need building regulations after 10 years?
Despite the fact that there is no time limit on the local authority’s right to apply for an injunction, it is generally accepted that if 10 years or more have passed since the work was carried out then there is no serious risk of action fro breach of building regulations being taken.
Can I sell without building regs?
While it’s almost impossible to sell a house without building regulations, you could sell an undervalued property to a cash buyer because they won’t be needing to meet the mortgage lender’s criteria.
What is included in building regulations?
Building regulations approval (building control) are standards that apply to all buildings to make sure they are safe for people who are in or around them. The regulations are a series of Approved Documents covering the technical aspects of construction work.
Who is obliged to comply with building regulations?
The Building Control Regulations 1997 to 2021 require owners, builders, and registered construction professionals to demonstrate through the Statutory Register of Building Control Activity that the works or building concerned have been designed and constructed in compliance with Building Regulations.
Can I get a building regs certificate after work is done?
In order to grant a certificate, they would have to check the work had been done correctly, which would mean opening up some of the work. This is why an indemnity policy will not be granted if any approach has been made to the local authority.
Can you start building without building regs?
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.
Do I need drawings for building regs?
Yes, provided that you have the necessary training and knowledge to produce accurate scale drawings and detailed building specifications.
Do I need building regs if I have planning permission?
Could I need Building Regulations AND Planning Permission? Yes. In most, but not all cases, a proposed development could require both planning permission and building regulation approval.
Are building regulations mandatory?
The regulations are a series of Approved Documents covering the technical aspects of construction work. Most building work whether new, alterations, extensions or change of use require building regulations approval.
Do building regulations apply to old buildings?
The building regulations only apply to new work and there is no general requirement to upgrade all existing buildings to meet these standards.
Can I build an extension without building regulations?
If you’re planning to extend your home, you will need to comply with the building regulations. This is a legal requirement and, without formal approval and control, your local council could force you open up or re-build sometimes significant aspects of the project. It could even lead to prosecution and unlimited fines.
Can you do your own building regulations?
You are free to choose which type of building control body you use on your project. There are two ways you can make a building regulations approval application, either by making a Full Plans application or by submitting a Building Notice notification.
Do I need an architect for building regs?
You should seek a local Chartered Architect or Chartered Surveyor and see about getting a Building Regulations application submitted. You should also check that they carry Professional Indemnity Insurance to a suitable level.
What are the building regulations?
Complaints Contact Continuing Professional Devlopment Building Regulations Building Regulations are a set of legal requirements for the design and construction of new buildings, extensions and material alterations to and certain changes of use of existing buildings.
What are the building regulations for extensions?
Building Regulations Building Regulations are a set of legal requirements for the design and construction of new buildings, extensions and material alterations to and certain changes of use of existing buildings.
How can I access the building regulations documents?
Access all the building regulations documents in an easy to use format. Search across all documents, the diagram and table lists for each section make it fast to find what you need. Our apps work off-line so if you don’t have a connection on the building site thats not a problem you can still access the information you need when you need it.
What is in the building regs app?
The app provides all the Technical Guidance Documents of The Building Regulations (Building Regs) in an easy to read format with all the relevant diagrams and tables readily viewable. We also offer an experts section with FAQ’s (frequently Asked Questions) on all of the Building Regs.