Recent content by SkintEastwood75

Ah thanks, I need to read the latest version of the Part P Regs I think.

Brief description of prospective work: Domestic garage, replacing 2 x GLS bulb lights, each with their own separate switch, with one fluorescent light with two-way switching. Complications: One of the existing switches is a 2-gang, and the 2nd switch bizarrely is part of two-way switching of...

Thanks Taylor. That makes the who pays thing crystal clear, but My understanding was that its a flat fee, and according to Norwich City Council's document 'Fee For Planning Applications' (under Works other than new buildings) is £170 per 0.1 hectare of the site. I will email them to...

Hmmm. Maybe I was mistaken. From the Wiki: This implies that a fee is only payable where advanced notice is required. Someone in a scheme can essentially certify their own work, whereas a DIYer has to pay the LABC to do it. This is very relevant to my little job because I was planning not...

"...as an Electrician..." Do you mean 'qualified electrician', or merely 'competent person'? "...they have to accept them..." surely only on the proviso that they are happy the work is in compliance? My thinking is that they would be very reluctant to send anyone out for such a minor job...

Thanks for the replies & the link. I wasn't expecting the council to provide such info on the net. I hope this is a good omen for my future dealings with them. So the charge will be £170. Seems a bit steep for what is essentially just one bit of underground cable, but I understand the...

Into 3rd year of C&G 2330 Electrical Installations. Working as FLT driver but hoping to get on first rung of ladder in electrical trade ASAP.

Hello. Glad to have found this site, learned a lot already, thanks! So, I'm into my 3rd year of the C&G 2330. Mate wants power in his shed to put a dryer in. I already know (having read the relevant Wiki section) that without Part P registration I have to notify the LABC prior to starting...