What are the building regulations for conservatories?

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Former Member, modified 12 Years ago.

What are the building regulations for conservatories?

I have had a look on the other forum topics but have not found an answer to my question. My partner and I have decided to rather than move from our house we are going to try and build our own conservatory (we will try anyway). I have been told by a good friend that we may not need planning permission but that it must meet certain regulations. Has anyone got any idea just what the [url=http://www.justaskdino.com/results/357/Conservatories_and_Sun_Lounges]building regulations for conservatories[/url] actually are? Like I say I want to try and build it myself to save us money on builders costs. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Former Member, modified 12 Years ago.

Re: What are the building regulations for conservatories?

Dave. Ring your Local Building Control Officer and ask them! The last thing you want to do is get some dodgy advice from a friend or a less than accurate website. Mike

Former Member, modified 12 Years ago.

Re: What are the building regulations for conservatories?

I'd also recommend that you contact your local planning office as well to make sure you don't need planning permission - the last thing you want is a visit from your local enforcement officer!

Former Member, modified 12 Years ago.

Re: What are the building regulations for conservatories?

Dave, before calling you might want to just familiarise yourself with the planning/building regs issues - the attached is a useful and simple to use guide that will hopefully help, although take Sue's advice and make sure you check with your local planning office as well! http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/permission/