The procedures, the problems and pitfalls of extending or altering property are discussed in this fully updated new edition. The author gives helpful advice on how to make the project go smoothly from beginning to end. This is a practical guide for those at the beginning of their career in building, or who want to be updated on the new regulations now in force.
This new edition incorporates the 2005 Amendments to Approved Document L1B on the conservation of fuel and power. Developments in Computer Aided Design and structural calculations are also discussed. It is invaluable to all those who are trying to act efficiently, correctly and cost-effectively.
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"An easy-to-read approach to the subject... It would suit those who aspire to take on such work on a DIY basis or those who are relatively new to the design, submission and construction of alterations and extensions as a profession." - Building Engineer magazine
"The book should be praised for its clarity and ease of reading." - Structural Survey (review of the 1st edition)
Part 1: Introduction
1. A General Guide to Drawing the Plan
2. The Need
for Control
3. Planning and Building Control Part 2:Householder Developments
4. House Extension Policies and The Party Wall Etc Act 1996
5. Is Planning
Approval Necessary
6. Applying for Planning Permission
7. Conservation Areas
/ Listed Buildings / Tree Preservation Orders
8. Other Design Aspects for
Consideration Part 3: More on Building Control
9. More on Building Control
10. Is Building Control Required
11. Making the Building Control Submission
Part 4:Building Construction
12. General Information
13. The Foundations
14.
The External Walls
15. Internal Walls
16. Ground Floors
17. Timber Upper
Floors
18. Flat Roofs
19. Pitched Roofs
20. Finishes
21. Ventilation
22.
Staircases
23. Plumbing, Drainage, Heating, Installation of Boilers,
Electrical Works
24. Other Building Control Aspects Part 5:Mainly for
Consultants / Conclusion
25. Preparing to Meet the Client
26. Meeting the
Client
27. Conclusion
Andrew R. Williams
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