Hi everyone, i don't know how possible it is but does anyone think it'd be an idea to have a topic for Planning and Building Regulation queries. Some seem to be posted under 'your projects' and some under 'Building' but would it be an idea to group them together?
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Wouldn’t be a bad idea & I’m sure I’ve seen it on one of the other forums but can’t remember which; it would certainly make it easier to post specific queries like mine!
One thing I’ve found, especially with BR’s, is that a lot of this stuff only surfaces as a result of “how/can I do this” type questions, usually because the OP is blissfully unaware what they are doing is governed by any legislation at all. I usually try to enlighten & sometimes feel I’m on some sort of personal crusade but it often seems to get misinterpreted. A few are grateful & seek further advice but many don’t respond well if at all when it’s pointed out to them that what they are doing contravenes regulations &, in some cases, the law!
One thing I’ve found, especially with BR’s, is that a lot of this stuff only surfaces as a result of “how/can I do this” type questions, usually because the OP is blissfully unaware what they are doing is governed by any legislation at all. I usually try to enlighten & sometimes feel I’m on some sort of personal crusade but it often seems to get misinterpreted. A few are grateful & seek further advice but many don’t respond well if at all when it’s pointed out to them that what they are doing contravenes regulations &, in some cases, the law!
I think this is generally a problem with the system in this country (i'm not saying that its better elsewhere because i don't know) but too many people just aren't aware of the scope that BRs covers. If i wasn't in the industry i wouldn't know some of the things that are covered. As a 'lay-man' you hear the words Building Regulations and you think thats for when you're getting a builder in, but people don't realise that a lot of DIY is also covered by BR. My father-in-law has been doing bits and bobs of electrical work around his house all his life and if it wasn't for the fact i married his daughter he'd probably not know that he cannot do some of these things any more without contacting the local BC office.
I think your one-man crusade is a worthwhile cause!!
I think your one-man crusade is a worthwhile cause!!
I'm sorry i've just re-read my original post and realise how sexist it seems. I didn't mean 'Hi Guys' to refer just to men but realise that maybe it does. Editing on its way!
Richard - if it is then i'm glad, changed it now anyway!
Please tell me that that, is a joke................
Jheez why go on about it, it was nearly a month ago!
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