Technical & Building Regulations
Building Regulations Drawings, Applications & Approvals
Once your project has planning approval (or falls under permitted development), the next step is ensuring it complies with current building standards. At Plan My House, we provide detailed building regulations drawings and manage the full building control application process to help you move confidently into construction.
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Whether you’re undertaking a house extension, loft conversion, or new build, we produce accurate, compliant technical drawings that meet all UK building regulations.
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What are Building Regulations Drawings?
Building regulations drawings are detailed technical plans that show how your project will be constructed. Unlike planning drawings, they focus on structural integrity, insulation, fire safety, drainage, and overall compliance with UK building standards.
These drawings are required for approval by Building Control before construction can begin.
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What’s Included?
Our building regulations service typically includes:
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Detailed construction drawings and technical specifications
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Structural considerations and coordination (where required)
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Wall, floor, and roof build-up details
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Insulation and energy efficiency compliance
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Drainage and ventilation layouts
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Preparation and submission of your building control application
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Liaison with Building Control officers
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Revisions to achieve approval
Why Are Building Regulations Important?
Without building regulations approval, your project cannot legally proceed to construction. Poor or incomplete drawings can lead to delays, additional costs, or issues on site.
We ensure your drawings are clear, accurate, and fully compliant, helping you:
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Gain building control approval smoothly
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Avoid costly construction errors
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Ensure your build meets safety and performance standards
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Provide builders with clear, buildable information
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Free Consultation
We offer a free consultation to advise on building regulations requirements and guide you through the next stage of your project before you proceed.
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Areas We Cover
We provide building regulations drawings and application services across Lincoln, Lincolnshire and surrounding areas.
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Get Started
If you’re ready to move your project forward after planning approval, contact us today to arrange your building regulations drawings and free consultation.
SAP Calculations & Overheating Assessments
As part of building regulations approval, many projects require SAP calculations and overheating assessments to demonstrate energy efficiency and thermal performance.
At Plan My House, we provide both services to ensure your project meets current UK regulations and progresses smoothly through Building Control.
Whether you’re working on a new build, extension, or conversion, we help ensure your design complies with Part L (energy efficiency) and Part O (overheating) requirements.
What are SAP Calculations?
SAP (Standard Assessment Procedure) calculations measure the energy performance of a residential property. They assess factors such as insulation, heating systems, ventilation, and overall energy use to produce an energy rating.
SAP calculations are required for:
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New build properties
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Conversions (e.g. barn conversions, flat conversions)
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Some extensions requiring energy compliance
What are Overheating Assessments?
Overheating assessments evaluate the risk of a property becoming too hot, particularly during warmer months. This is a requirement under Part O of building regulations and is increasingly important in modern, well-insulated homes.
The assessment considers factors such as:
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Window sizes and orientation
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Solar gain
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Ventilation and airflow
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Shading and glazing performance
What’s Included?
Our SAP and overheating assessment service typically includes:
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SAP calculations and energy reports
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Overheating assessment (Part O compliance)
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Advice on improving energy performance
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Recommendations for glazing, insulation, and ventilation
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Coordination with your building regulations drawings
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Support to ensure Building Control approval
Why Are These Assessments Important?
Without compliant SAP calculations and overheating assessments, your project may not receive building regulations approval.
We help you:
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Meet current UK building regulations (Part L & Part O)
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Avoid delays during the approval process
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Improve your property’s energy efficiency
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Ensure comfortable internal temperatures year-round
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Free Consultation
We offer a free consultation to advise whether SAP calculations or overheating assessments are required for your project and explain the next steps.
Areas We Cover
We provide SAP calculations and overheating assessments across Lincoln, Lincolnshire and surrounding areas.
Get Started
If your project requires SAP calculations or an overheating assessment, contact us today to arrange your free consultation and ensure full compliance with building regulations.