Building Regulations

Create a safe and healthy home with my building-regulations-compliant drawings.

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Do you need help to comply with building regulations?

Does this sound like you?

❌ You want your build to go as smoothly as possible with the minimum amount of surprises, right?

❌ You contacted a builder for a price and were told you need to get some plans.

❌ You’ve heard you need to comply with building regulations but don’t have a clue where to start.

❌ You considered using a builder that said, “I don’t need plans to work from”. You are concerned though. Without plans to price from, how can you be sure the finished build will meet your expectations? Could there be extra costs added later?

❌ You contacted an ‘architect’ who was really cheap. You were tempted to use him but were concerned about what corners were being cut to get his price so low. Why such a big difference in cost to other companies? Is he even a proper architect?

❌ You’ve heard stories about cowboy builders and don’t want your dream renovation to become a nightmare.

❌ You worry if your build isn’t done properly to current building regulations, your home could be unsafe.

❌ You are concerned that your costs could spiral if your build isn’t done properly, first time round.

✔️ If you’ve had any thoughts like this, I have a simple solution for you…
Building Regulations Drawings

With my Building Regulations Drawing service, you’ll feel relieved knowing you’ve met your legal obligations and feel reassured that your renovation is far less likely to end up a ‘bodge job’.

You’ll benefit from…

🙂 Peace Of Mind: Relax, knowing your renovation or home extension will be built safely and provide a healthy environment for you when the build is complete.

🕑 Save Time: Avoid having to deal with building control.

💷 Get Accurate Prices: The level of detail I provide will help contractors price your project easily and accurately.

👍 Reduce Stress: My detailed drawings help to eliminate potential construction issues.

My Building Regulations Drawing service helps you to be properly prepared so your build can go as smoothly as possible, with the minimum amount of surprises.

This way you’ll feel safe, secure, and happy about your build.
Why choose me?

📏 I’ve been doing this since 1996.

👨‍🎓 As a chartered architectural technologist, I am a specialist in technical design.

🏠 I’ve drawn & detailed hundreds of building renovations and home extensions.

The devil is in the detail.Paulo Coelho
My process

How does it work?

Preparation

📝 First, I’ll review your concept design and / or planning drawings to work out exactly what drawings will be needed by building control.

👨‍🎓 I’ll let you know if any other specialists need to be involved during this stage, for example, a structural engineer.

Technical Design

💻 I’ll prepare detailed architectural drawings. Usually, these will include annotated floor plans, elevations, cross-sections plus large-scale construction details.

✒️ I’ll write a building regulations specification document. It will include notes to show how your build will comply with the current building regulations.

📧 I’ll send a copy of the documents to any other specialists and add their design input to our drawings and specification.

👍 Pre-application, one round of drawing changes is included so you have a chance to make small last-minute changes.

📩 I’ll submit a full plans application to building control, dealing with your local authority or an approved inspector on your behalf.

Afterwards

👷 Building control will check the drawings and specification and provide their feedback.

💻 I’ll edit the drawings and specification, if required, and resend updated copies to building control for final approval.

📜 You’ll receive a copy of your building control plan check letter / plan certificate and I’ll advise you on any next steps.
The details

What is included?

✔️ Detailed 2D Drawing Set (PDF): Annotated, dimensioned floor plans, sections + construction details. Everything building control needs to understand your build.

✔️ Building Regulations Specification (PDF): A multi-page document tailored to your project, including a vast number of construction notes. Covers everything from the structure, thermal performance, fire safety, drainage, and more. It will show building control how you’ll comply with the current building regulations.

✔️ One revision pre-application: Make small last-minute changes to your design.

✔️ Application Submission: Includes submission of 1 x full plans application and liaison with building control up to issue of plan check letter / plan approval notice.

✔️ One revision [if required] after plan check: final edits to meet building control approval.

How much does it cost?

💷 Prices from £997, subject to property type and location.

What are the timings?

🕑 My typical lead time is one month.

🕑 I can take on up to two new clients per month.

🕑 Preparing initial drawings and specification can take one to two weeks.

🕑 Appointing and awaiting other specialist input can take two to four weeks.

🕑 Updating your drawings, specification, and submitting your application can take one week.

🕑 It will usually take 2 – 6 weeks for building control to check your plans and issue a ‘plan certificate’ or ‘plan check’ letter.

🕑 If building control asks for revisions (small changes), these can take around one week.

How to get started.

Step 1

👇 Click the button below to access my Calendly page to book a discovery call.
Find a date that suits you

Step 2

📧 You’ll receive a welcome email confirming your phone call with me.

Step 3

📞 We’ll have a 15-minute phone call and I’ll ask questions about your project.

✔️ I’ll then recommend next steps to get your project off to a flying start.

🤔 Got questions you’d prefer me to answer first?

📧 Email me at jon@mrjonclayton.co.uk and I will send you a reply by the next working day.
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🏠 Are you ready to make your dream home become a reality?

👍 Then let me help you comply with the building regulations to create a safe and healthy home.

What are you waiting for?

💷 Prices from £997, subject to property type and location.

🕑 My typical lead time is one month.

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FAQ's

Exactly how much will my building regulations cost?
My fees start from £997, depending on the complexity of your build. That covers time to prepare the necessary drawings and specification, and to manage your application. Application fees are not included in my fee. Application fees vary from around £500 to £1200, depending on the type of renovation project you have in mind. If other specialists need to be involved these will be at your own expense. For example, a structural engineer may cost £200 – £1500 depending on the extent of structural alterations involved.

What if I want to make more revisions (small changes) than included?
If you ask for extra rounds of revisions (small changes) than I’ve allowed for, you will be charged for the time to make the changes and reissue the document set. You will be billed on an hourly rate basis (currently £75 per hour) subject to a minimum charge of £100.

Does it matter where I live?
If your property is in England, I can prepare building regulation drawings, and a specification, and apply for building control approval for you, assuming you fulfil my requirements (see below).

Are there any specific requirements for your building regulations service?
I’ll need accurate measurements of your home or ‘as existing’ floor plans or planning drawings to prepare your building regulation drawings and specification. If you do not have any of these check out my Measured Survey and Planning Permission services.

How much of my own time is required?
Not much, just enough time to check the building regulations drawings and to let me know if you need any revisions (small changes) making prior to submitting your application. You will also need to pay the full plans application fee to building control. This can usually be paid online or over the phone, only taking a few minutes.

Is your building regulations service covid-19 safe?
Yes, absolutely. We do not need to meet in-person. The building regulations drawings and specification are done entirely remotely, usually requiring only one or two phone calls or emails.

Do I need building regulations approval for my home renovation?
In most cases, yes. There are a few exceptions but generally, if you are planning renovation work that involves structural work such as removing walls, converting unused spaces or extending your home, you’ll need to comply with current building regulations and get building control approval. You can read more about the building regulations in this blog post.

Are building regulations drawings suitable to price from?
Yes, building contractors and cost estimators will be able to price your project from our building regulations drawings.

What isn’t included on your building regulations drawings?
My building regulations drawings do not include electrical socket and switch positions, lighting layouts or light fixture types or heating layouts such as radiator types and positions. Whilst the building regulations plans will include a suggested layout for kitchen and bathroom fittings, they will not include detailed kitchen and bathroom designs.

Why are these things not included on your building regulations drawings?
The exact location and type of these fixtures and fittings are not required by building control. Building control just needs to know that the installation and standard of these items will in line with current building regulations, which is covered within the specification document. I’ve also found that most homeowners want to choose their own light fittings, decide on where electrical sockets go and want to choose their own kitchen and bathroom fittings.

How will building contractors price for items not included on the building regulations drawings?
In the first instance, building contractors will either price for the ‘building shell only’ excluding 2nd fix items such as light fittings, electrical sockets, kitchen, and bathroom fittings. Alternatively, building contractors may allow for a ‘provisional sum’ for these items. A provisional sum is a reasonable allowance for an item that they do not have specific details for at the time of pricing.

What should I look for when I get a price from a building contractor?
When you get a building contractors quote or estimate you will need to check what they have priced for. Ask them what has been included, what allowances have been made, and what is excluded so you can get a better understand of the true overall cost of your build.

Why do I have to book a discovery call before I can get a quote?
We need to have a quick chat to figure out if I’m the right person to help you and that this service is the best fit for you.

Will I get the hard sell once you’ve got me on the phone?
No, definitely not. I hate selling stuff. If I could afford to help you for free I would.

How long does a discovery call last?
I try and keep discovery calls less than 15 minutes. I do not want to waste your time, especially if we’re not the right fit for each other.

Will a discovery call be worth my time?
Yes. I will ask a few questions and carefully listen to your answers. I’ll give impartial advice about getting your project started, even if that means I don’t get your custom. If I can’t help you, I can usually put you in touch with someone else who can help. You’ve really got nothing to lose.

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We have used Jon's services on more than one occasion for advice, technical information, drawings and planning inquiries. On our most recent project Jon has been involved from the outset, discussing initial ideas, providing architectural drawings and coordinating the planning permission and structural analysis requirements. Always professional, courteous and approachable, Jon listened to our needs and the detailed nature of his work has resulted in a set of plans which both the builder and building inspectors have found comprehensive and clear. Many Thanks!
Sue & Ozz

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