Building Control

[Seagoon]

Ok, so I have planning permission (for my garage and conservatory), and the Architect has gone awol. Untraceable, gone, disappeared. (He is not RIBA, just a private designer, who was going to project manage it as well)

I have the detailed drawings, and the last thing he told me was that Building Control had challenged part of the roof design and asked for calculations. I want to take the part they challenged out anyway, and I have red lined the drawings that show that, with the roof construction now designed around standard spacings etc.

So - what do I do now? Can I act as the "site agent" to liaise with BC to get their approval for the roof? I have done site work so have some knowledge, but no qualifications. Do I need to get BC on site before I start any work? Can I start the footings? Or at least break out the old patio / drive?

Anyone been here? Do you think I engage a new Project Manager, or will I be able to sort this myself? Ta.

[Busa mav]

Phone the guy up , Building Control Inspectors are just about always very helpful.

I would ask him where he thinks the problem is with the roof, he will know the answer.

Tell him you wish to get the job started , dig a trial hole for the foundations and ask him to pop out and have a look , then you have him on site to bend his ear over other items

[ianreeves]

Good advice the Building control in our area are very helpful. You can easily make an appointment and go in for a chat.

They will often not commit but will guide you.

We have an old wooden conservatory with planning permission and wish to replace it. His advice was to get it "Refurnished" , often the wood needs to be replaced with UPVC............. That way planning is not required.

[jas xjr]

Do not be afraid of bc. They will help . If you need calculations , you can always pay somebody to do them.
I had a similar situation with an architect a few years ago . I ended up modifying the plans and providing calculations from an engineer.