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Hi. You are allowed to extend 3.0m external dimension on the rear of a terraced property providing its not a listed property or in a conservation area. This is classed as permitted development. PD. Anything falling within PD gives your neighbours no right to object and the 45 degree light...

Hi spencersmum I suggest you try and get your son some work experience in the councils building control unit. They check all aspects of building regs including structural stability and deal with every variety of structural design on a daily basis. Most councils will take on students for work...

Be careful. Building Regs also cover means of escape in case of fire and depending on which floor you are on, or wether you are creating an inner room your layout may not always be acceptable under the regs. Suggest you contact your local building control surveyor. Good Luk

You may also need planning permission. Have a look at the interactive house on the planning portal website, it will give you good advice on both planning and building regulations. http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/permission/house Your husband may be able to do the electrical work but be...