What your Building Regulations package includes
A complete Building Regulations package typically includes:
- Detailed technical drawings
- Foundation and load‑bearing details
- Insulation and U‑value specifications
- Fire (Part B)
- Ventilation and extraction requirements (Part F)
- Staircase, access, and safety compliance (Part K & M)
- Acoustic requirements (Part E)
- Energy and sustainability measures
- Full specification notes for contractors
- Submission to Building Control (optional)
All documents are produced to UK Building Regulations standards and accepted by both private and council Building Control bodies.
Our process
A coordinated, accuracy‑driven workflow:
- Review of planning drawings We assess your approved plans and identify technical requirements.
- Measured survey or point cloud (if needed) Ensures accurate existing conditions.
- Technical design Structural, thermal, drainage, and fire‑safety requirements are engineered.
- Building Regulations drawings Detailed plans, sections, and construction details are produced.
- Coordination with consultants We can integrate structural, SAP, and drainage inputs.
- Submission & liaison We submit to Building Control and respond to any queries.
Fees
Typical fees start from:
- £495–£895 for small residential projects
- £895–£1,495 for extensions and loft conversions
- £1,495+ for new builds or complex structures
A fixed quote is provided after reviewing your drawings.
Borough‑specific considerations
Building Regulations are national, but local authorities often scrutinise:
- Fire safety in terraced and mid‑terrace properties
- Thermal performance in conservation areas
- Drainage capacity in London boroughs
- Basement construction in Kensington & Chelsea
- Acoustic separation in flat conversions
- Structural integrity in older Victorian and Edwardian buildings
Your package is tailored to your building type, borough, and construction method.
Common mistakes to avoid
Projects often face delays or rejections when:
- Drawings lack technical detail
- Structural calculations are missing or incomplete
- SAP Calculations are not provided
- Fire safety measures are unclear
- Drainage layouts are incorrect
- Contractors work from planning drawings instead of technical drawings
Planning World eliminates these risks with a fully coordinated, compliant package.
