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Demand for more innovative designs and improved light has increased the inclusion of balconies and elevated walkways. These are not a problem but do need consideration of guarding, especially if buildings are likely to be used by children under five.
Approved Document K2 (3.3) is quite clear on…
On Thursday 2 November, the LDSA hosted their annual President’s Lunch. This year was slightly different to usual as they were celebrating their 30th anniversary, and therefore decided to push the boat out a bit, choosing the fabulous Altitude 360 in the Millbank Tower to host the event.
The…
There's encouraging news in the world of housebuilding, according to the DCLG...
New home completions at a 7-year high
The Department of Communities and Local Government reports that there has been a 12% increase in the number of new homes completed in 2015-2016 (to March) compared with…
When you’re contracted to carry out work in a loft area it’s important to know whether or not your project will be controllable under the building regulations and therefore require an inspection from building control. You must be aware that there are lots of building regulations that apply to loft…
If the complaint is about your own building work, you should initially raise it with your builder. You should always use a reputable builder who is a member of a trade association (check their credentials on the association's website to avoid employing unscrupulous people). The association will…
A basement extension can be a great way to add living space, a new, bedroom, games room, office or gym, for example. The attached photos sent to us by an LABC member show what can go wrong.
This started life as an expensive basement extension in Knightsbridge, London:
The…
The project at Protheroe House, Tottenham, London was awarded the title of Best Inclusive Building at the Grand Final of the LABC Building Excellence Awards – one of the most recognised events on the building industry’s calendar.
A panel of industry experts judged a list of the highest quality…
Jason Hartwell was awarded the title of Non Residential Construction Professional of the Year at the Grand Final of the LABC Building Excellence Awards – one of the most recognised events in the building industry’s calendar.
A panel of industry experts judged a list of the highest quality…
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…
For the duration of the COVID-19 crisis LABC has closed its office and all employees are working remotely and are fully operational.
The telephone service is still working 020 8616 8120 and for general enquiries use our contact form at https://www.labc.co.uk/contact-us or email us at info@labc.…