Replacing a bathroom mirror and light

[EFLImpudence]

No.

Fair enough.

Part P of the Buildings Regulations is statutory but
Approved Document P, although it contains the Building Regulations Part P, is not and merely a guidance which, therefore, strengthens the argument.

 

[ban-all-sheds]

would soldering be adequate?

Yes, if you do it correctly. It is one of the approved methods for hidden and inaccessible joints.

An important thing to note is that the joint must not rely on the solder for mechanical strength.

The solder is to ensure a good electrical connection, but the joint must be mechanically strong before you solder.

https://rapidshare.com/files/2474042579/Solder_Joints.pdf

 

[PrenticeBoyofDerry]

I'm not sure if you are arguing with me or BAS still but -

I am not arguing with anyone, I am debating what is considered legal or illegal, regarding the letter of the law with reference to part p of the building regulations.
And my understanding is that a replacement (like for like) is allowed within special locations, but any other installed hardwired equipment must be notified as legal requirement.

Anyone wanting to carry out building work which is subject to
the Building Regulations is required by law to make sure it
complies with the regulations
If a person carrying out building work contravenes the Building
Regulations, the local authority or another person may decide to
take them to the magistrates’ court

that sounds like a legal requirement to me, if I am wrong please explain?

 

[ban-all-sheds]

And my understanding is that a replacement (like for like) is allowed within special locations, but any other installed hardwired equipment must be notified as legal requirement.

Your understanding is slightly flawed.

You need to let go of this "like-for-like" thing.

Just read Schedule 4.

Anyone wanting to carry out building work which is subject to
the Building Regulations is required by law to make sure it
complies with the regulations
If a person carrying out building work contravenes the Building
Regulations, the local authority or another person may decide to
take them to the magistrates’ court

that sounds like a legal requirement to me, if I am wrong please explain?

It's an accurate statement pointing out that there is a law, and that contravening it can result in court action.

But so?

I could write the same thing here, and it would be just as correct, but it wouldn't confer any special legal status on the DIYnot site.

 

[PrenticeBoyofDerry]

You need to let go of this "like-for-like" thing.

It seems so, but it so often comes up in the guidelines assoiated with part p that the terminology 'replacing' means like for like.

 

[ban-all-sheds]

Just read Schedule 4.

 

[PrenticeBoyofDerry]

Just read Schedule 4.

Thanks for the link pal. I have read it, now banging my hid against a solid object.