Building Control Officers

They will usually get involved in the project when the building regulations application has been submitted by the householder.

It is often the case that they will ask for further information before the application is given the green light.

All BCO’s are different and will have their own way of working and some may require more information than others but their pre-build checking procedures can often pick up things that have been missed by the applicant.

An application for loft conversion building regulations approval seldom goes through without the BCO requesting clarification of some details or further information but this is perfectly normal and usually doesn’t hold up the approval process for too long.

Once approval has been given for the loft conversion to go ahead the householder must give the BCO 48 hours notice of his intention to start work and also pay an inspection fee. Once this has been done the building control officers will begin a series of on-site inspections.

On-Site Inspections

The BCO will make site inspections at regular intervals during the building process usually at key stages during the construction.

Arranging the site visits usually require 24 hours notice and it will be the builder that invites the BCO though off the cuff inspections can happen.

When the BCO inspects the work he will be checking that it meets the standards laid down in the loft conversion building regulations and that it is in accordance with the plans submitted during the application stage.

Although building control officers are not there for quality control if they spot something particular heinous most will have a quiet word with the householder but it should be remembered that managing the project is not their responsibility.

The householder does have a right of appeal but that can be a lengthy and expensive process so it is vital that all building work is carried out correctly.

If the problem uncovered by the inspection is a small one than it is possible that the BCO will be open to a compromise solution though he is under no obligation to do so.

For more info see the related pages below or complete the form at the bottom of the page for a free no obligation quote from tradesmen near you...

Building Control Officers - Site Inspection

The Loft Conversion Building Regulations

Dormer Construction

How To Get A Free No Obligation Loft Conversion Quote

Structural Calculations For Loft Conversions

Loft Conversion Ventilation

Architects Design Loft Conversions

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