Heat Recovery Systems and Open Fires
Asked on 6 November 2015
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We are in the process a new build project. We have an open plan space and really want an open fire. I under there is an issue with having a heat recovery system in these circumstances. Does anyone know if it is possible to have a heat recovery system with an open fire? Many thanks.

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What documents do I need for building regs sign off?
Asked on 19 October 2015
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We are getting to the end of a conversion from shop to a flat. Can you tell me what documentation we will need to show the building inspector for him to sign us off? thanks

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Do we own the plans for our plot?
Asked on 27 September 2015
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We have just bought a plot with Full Planning Permission. Do the plans now belong to us or will we have to pay for them?

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What council tax band will my self build be in?
Asked on 21 September 2015
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Hi there, I’m planning to build a home, I would like to get an idea of how much council tax I will eventually have to pay once it is completed. I can’t seem to find much information on the web about how council tax bands are decided on new builds. Do I take it into […]

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Temporary accommodation on a site with tricky access
Asked on 21 September 2015
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We are hoping to add a first floor to our bungalow, but need somewhere to live with our two children while the work is taking place. A static caravan would be a perfect solution to avoid the cost of renting a flat, but with an 8ft (approx) wide driveway and trees surrounding the plot, access […]

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What consistency should tile adhesive and grout be?
Asked on 18 September 2015
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I’ve been planning on doing up my bathroom, and have decided to DIY tiling for the floor and a few of the walls. However, nowhere that I have seen in the abyss of the internet is a decent enough description on what kind of consistency tile adhesive and grout should be. Any help on this […]

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What constitutes new build vs rebuild
Asked on 21 August 2015
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I have an old bungalow on a site with excellent views. I want to build an extra floor. I get that demolishing and starting again means that the VAT is either not payable or can be reclaimed. But what if i want to use the existing groundworks and foundations. Do i have to rip them […]

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New 106 Rules
Asked on 14 August 2015
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Hi I am in Hart council area and currently have planning in for a 3 bed self build. What i cannot see from the ruling is if this is for a single self build? The decision is due on the 19th Sep. Is it all councils now or just the claimants? Once the application was […]

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