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BCPSAG and building control standards
The building control function in England and Wales works with property owners, developers, architects, contractors and trades people to help ensure building work meets the standards set in the Building Regulations. However, because we have a dual system of…
The way we live and interact with spaces has constantly evolved as our needs, priorities and lifestyles have changed. Housing design and layout is less likely to fit standard conventions and expected patterns as it adapts to our needs. However, some basic requirements still need to be met for…
Emily Bowman, Area Building Control Surveyor from East Suffolk Council told us a little bit about her career in building control and how LABC qualifications helped get her a promotion to her current position in the industry.
So Emily, what made you decide to work in public service building…
James Cook Building Services wins Best Local Builder or Traditional Craftsperson at 2019 LABC Building Excellence Awards Grand Final
James Cook was awarded the title of Best Local Builder or Traditional Craftsperson at the Grand Final of the LABC Building Excellence Awards – one of the most…
Local Authority Building Control is updating its guidance and quality management processes to reflect new regulations affecting the demolition of pubs.
The regulations which came into effect in May 2017 remove 'permitted development' rights from building owners to demolish a pub building without…
Shortlisted Finalists
Cross and Craig Associates Ltd
Local Authority: Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council
Region: West Midlands
Gary…
The project at Cadogan Lane, Belgravia, designed by Latitude architects and built by Gilbert Ash Limited for Cadogan Estates Limited, was awarded the title of Best Small New Housing Development at the Grand Final of the LABC Building Excellence Awards – one of the most recognised events in the…
You will need to retain a suitable toilet provision in the entrance storey in some form to comply with the regulations.
After the alterations have been carried out to the home, the toilet facility should meet the standards required of a visitor accessible toilet. The exception is where the…
The LABC Grand Finals 2024 took place on Friday 24 January 2025, at the prestigious Grosvenor House Hotel. A celebration recognising excellent projects and individual contributions within the construction industry.A panel of expert judges carefully reviewed a diverse range of exceptional projects,…
The LABC West Yorkshire Building Excellence Awards took place at the Cedar Court Hotel, Leeds/Bradford on Friday 7 June 2019. More than 200 guests attended from across the industry including representatives from Wates, Kier and Esh Construction.
The LABC Building…