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Upgrading a listed building or a building that falls within a conservation area has many restrictions that you need to be aware of, especially concerning existing windows and doors, external walls and roofs.
You may not be allowed to change any of these in some cases, depending on the listing…
LABC is proud to have secured over £20m in new burdens funding to develop and build capacity in public service building control from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC).
The Building Safety Act 2022 brings new responsibilities and obligations for public service…
Congratulations to Anthony Oloyede who succeeded Dave Sharp as President of LABC for 2019-2020 at this year's AGM in Birmingham.
Anthony's focus for his presidential year will be on helping to ensure that all members throughout England and Wales are fully aware of the many…
Slate is a fine-grained metamorphic rock that’s been used since Roman times as a building material.
Because of its durability and attractive appearance, it’s popular for lots of uses, including roofing, wall cladding, and flooring.
Due to its structure, slate has a unique ability to be…
Approved Documents provide guidance on how to meet the building regulations.
Part J contains guidance on the safety of heating appliances, including provisions for solid fuel, oil and gas-fired heating.
The Approved Document can be downloaded below, with additional guidance further…
(From left to right: CEO of the British Board of Agrèment (BBA) Claire Curtis Thomas, CEO of LABC Paul Everall and Richard Beale of the BBA, at the 100% Hackitt Parliamentary Reception)
LABC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with both the BBA and the Institution…
Last Thursday (6 June) the government announced its plans for regulatory and legislative changes to implement the Hackitt Review. These proposals are being consulted on and will have far reaching implications for all of local government – not just building control.
The consultation is scheduled…
Shortlisted Finalists Albion Street, West SussexProject Team: Cheesmur Building Contractors, Cityzen Ltd, MGAC, QED Structures, Ardur Homes (Adur & Worthing Council)Local Authority: Adur & Worthing Building Control PartnershipRegion: South East Blackhill Avenue &…
LABC has appointed Lorna Stimpson, BSc, FCIOB, FCMI, CBuildE FCABE as Deputy Chief Executive. Lorna moves from Deputy Managing Director as part of the organisation's long-term management and succession planning.
Lorna worked as a Building Control Surveyor for 21 years before joining LABC. She is…
Approved Documents provide guidance on how to meet the building regulations.
Part J contains guidance on the safety of heating appliances, including provisions for solid fuel, oil and gas-fired heating.
The Approved Document can be downloaded below, with additional guidance below.