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Part of a set of official documents that support the technical parts of the building regulations. Part K focuses on stairs, ladders and ramps, vehicle barriers and loading bays, protection against impact with glazing, additional provisions for glazing in buildings other than dwellings, protection…
The MHCLG (Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government) have launched a consultation on proposed changes to the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm regulations and Approved Document J.
The proposed changes – which only apply to England – are:
1. Smoke alarms. To…
Shortlisted Finalists
Adj Halfway House
Region: Wales
Project Team: JMD (Design & Build) Ltd
Local Authority: Gwynedd Council
Collette Court…
They can be made to be part of a multi-storey building or as standalone structures. Exterior finishes can range from anything, including timber-clad to brick-faced, depending on what the building is used for. All their modular buildings come equipped with plumbing, electricity, heating and cooling…
Next week will mark the publication of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry’s final report. It is an important milestone in what has been a very long and difficult process for many, especially the bereaved families and survivors of this terrible tragedy. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies remain…
Congratulations to Anthony Oloyede who succeeded Dave Sharp as President of LABC for 2019-2020 at this year's AGM in Birmingham.
Anthony's focus for his presidential year will be on helping to ensure that all members throughout England and Wales are fully aware of the many…
Upgrading a listed building or a building that falls within a conservation area has many restrictions that you need to be aware of, especially concerning existing windows and doors, external walls and roofs.
You may not be allowed to change any of these in some cases, depending on the listing…
Millions of metres of dodgy electrical cables are doing their rounds on the market, according to Approved Cables Initiative (ACI). These substandard cables not only pose a safety risk to consumers but a financial risk to your business too.
More than 27% of all electrical fires are attributed to…
The LABC South West Building Excellence Awards took place at the Crowne Plaza Plymouth on Friday 24 May 2019. The annual event had over 350 guests come through the doors representing companies across the industry including: Kier Group, Highfield Homes of Distinction and The Larkfleet Group…
The typical low rise domestic foundation detail to the left might be familiar to you. It's taken from the Building Construction Handbook 10th Edition, written by Roy Chudley & Roger Greeno.First published in 1988 it's been one of the most popular reference books for anyone attending…