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Thanks for the reply chaps. That seems like a reasonable assumption to me. Theres clearly an electrical cable disappearing into the concrete which is certainly not the incoming mains. I've said to the chap on site that he really needs to get that hatch up. It does look far too large for a...

So a picture landed in my inbox the other day? Im referring specifically to the looped drain. Does anyone have any ideas? This is in the lower ground floor of an old building (1800s). Its new though, of course, the other side of the breeze wall is a small kitchenette with sink (waste...

I believe that if you are replacing a drive with impermeable paving then you are requried to seek planning permission. The fact your ground is deemed as impermeable and you are being given building control advice and consent to drain to the sewer system should help support your planning...

It's unlikely you would need to upgrade the strength of the floor of the garage, as they are usually designed to withstand the weight of cars and vans... much heavier than sofas and TVs. If you are going with timber then there are simple TRADA span tables which determine the size of timbers...

As the drive is held on your behalf by another then it might be likely that the applicant was simply not aware that there are "other" owners which is why you didn't receive one yourself. I believe that notifying a trustee or managing company is sufficient as in both cases they are custodians...

I assume it is you that is making the application!? The notice only needs to be served if you need to fill out certificate B and or C for the application. It goes to anyone who is an owner (of the application site) or was an owner within the last 21days or has a leasehold interest with at...

The council will either see this is a non-material amendment (in that it is so minor a change that it doesn't affect the approval in any way) or request that you submit amended drawings in the form of a minor material amendment. If your approval had a condition on it stating that the work...

The notice is served when the person making the application is not the owner of the land, or if you owned the land, or had an interest in the land until very recently. Your comments will have no additional weight because of the notice.

Because it's often easier. I've not had it happen myself, but in theory Thames water can put an injunction on the work. You'll be forced to provide the information to prove that you don't need a build over agreement and lift it. Why bother with the risk of delays and resulting costs when...

It would constitute a material amendment imo too. Are you in a conservation area, or have any other restrictions or controls in play? If not, then you could work on the basis that the extension "isn't finished". In other words, as if you have built in brick and just not got around to...

Lol... Turns out my auto correct feature hates me. Serves me right for posting from my mobile! As I was trying to say, Thames water sent a letter asking for info. They basically keep tabs on all building control apps, and nowadays seem to send these letters to all. . So document the...

Best thing is to document ask if your findings. Plot where the manholes are on your land, and around it if possible, and the routes puppies are taking. Make your building control application. If thames water and you a letter saying they think you need a build over agreement (and is ever...

Indemnity policies are normally conditional on the council not being contacted. If this is the case, then you may have trouble being able to sell with such a policy. You should note that some buyers might not even want to complete on the basis of indemnity. You could think about getting...

It's unlikely they will come with tape measures in hand. Generally speaking busy councils will only worry about things once a complaint is made. There simply isn't the time to dedicate officers to double check every single construction!! I believe outside of London, Birmingham had the...

I'm pretty certain what the lpa done was illegal. Even without knowing the full details of the circumstances, each application is validated on a set of criteria, Payment of some other application is not one of those tick boxes. Unfortunately though, you've done the deal so you don't really...

In London I'm getting a fair bit of success with roof terraces at the moment. Local authorities are generally happy with the installation of privacy screening (usually about 1.7m high) to prevent you overlooking neighbours whilst still getting outdoor space. However, I wouldn't suggest that...

You do not necessarily need to have an escape route out of the rear of the house at all though. For most houses a single escape route out the front door is sufficient. You can find all of the building reg rules for fire escape in Approved Document B...

Actually, you can get mapping OS Open Data free direct from ordnance survey But they don't usually cover the finer mapping detail required for planning. But they aren't really very useful for anything other than a simple lcoation plan (if that). I'm happy to pay the £20 odd to Promap or UKMap...

You have a dangerous misunderstanding of the act. The act affords a person the right to carry out works on or near a party wall or structure only if they have notified other interested owners. If you fail to serve notice you gain no legal right to undertake works affecting the shared...

It sounds like the work you are doing is notifiable, do you have a building control officer on hand? You can get fire resistant and retardant paints, but these are usually for steels.