Introduction – Why Building Regulations Matter to Landlords In 2021, a landlord in Kent was ordered to demolish an extension built without building regulations approval. The cost: £45,000 – and that’s before the enforcement notice, legal fees, and lost rental income. Building regulations aren’t just for developers. As a landlord, any work you do –…
When do you need building regulations approval for an extension? This guide explains the difference between planning permission and building regs, the role of Building Control, and key requirements for insulation, drainage, and fire safety. Free compliance checklist included.
How much does a party wall agreement cost? This guide explains the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, when a notice is required, surveyor fees, and how to avoid costly disputes with neighbours. Free compliance checklist included.
How to identify rising vs penetrating damp, DPC installation standards, and the landlord’s responsibility under the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act. Free compliance checklist included.
Requirements for safety glass (Kitemarking), window restrictors in high‑rise/HMOs, and ventilation (trickle vents) standards for UK rental properties. Free compliance checklist included.