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Will my invoice need to be paid before I attend a course?

Yes. We will need full payment of your invoice before attending any course.

Can I transfer my place to someone else?

Yes. A delegate can transfer his or her place to another person within the same organisation. Please advise LABC of any name changes as soon as possible if you want to do this.  

What's the dress code for my training course?

All training courses have a "smart casual" dress code.  

Where can I get a copy of my building certificate?

Homeowners and agents often need to request copy certificates for proof that work has been carried out on homes or other buildings. This includes approvals, final inspection letters, completion certificates, warranty certificates and works carried out by electricians, plumbers or gas…

I’m thinking of selling my home – will I need approval for building work carried out before I owned the house?

If your home has been improved or extended by a previous owner, you will need to have the proper certification for it when you come to sell. If you do not have the relevant building certificates and no building regulation approval was given before work started, then you can apply for ‘…

Will my building project need building regulations approval?

Most building projects - even small extensions, knock-throughs or improvements - need to comply with the Building Regulations. This applies in cases where planning permission is not needed. So have a look at Do I need a Building Regulations application? or ask for advice from your …

I’m having difficulty uploading my photographs. Why is this?

You shouldn’t experience any problems uploading your photos but please make sure that you select an attachment type when prompted as it will not let you submit photos without this information. Please note PDF documents are not supported on this platform

Does the entry form have to be completed by my local authority building control surveyor?

Not necessarily. Builders, architects, designers and anyone else involved in a construction project can submit an entry. If you’re entering your own project, your own company or yourself, an email will be sent to the Head of your local authority building control department, who can…

Can I have a fully glazed extension on my house?

The building regulations provide controls for building work to be done for health, safety, security, welfare, convenience, access for people in and about buildings and for energy efficiency purposes. The requirement for energy efficiency is laid out in, what is commonly referred to as, Part L of…

Interview with LABC Newcomer of the Year, Courtney Bryan

Introducing Courtney Bryan, winner of the LABC Newcomer of the Year award in the Grand Finals 2022. Courtney will be sharing what it is like to be a part of Building Control and how it felt to be a winner.   What is your current job title and how long have you worked within this role…