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We want to help you feel confident in creating safe and fully compliant buildings. As your friendly Building Control Approver, here you can find all the latest industry news as well as useful guides and links to answer some of your questions.

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Latest News

Combating Overheating in Residential Buildings
During the summer of 2022, there were an estimated 2,985 deaths associated with overheating during heatwaves, marking the highest number in any given year since monitoring began. Read more
Building Regulations Compliance – Embracing a New Culture of Work
In October, the Building Safety Regulator takes over the handling of Building Control applications for in-scope (high rise residential) buildings in what is the most significant alteration to building regulations compliance in over four decades. Read more
Times they are a-changing
The Building Safety Act is being rolled out in phases, and the next significant deadline is just weeks away. Starting from October 1, 2023, Approved Inspectors and Local Authorities won’t process new applications for in-scope High Rise Buildings (HRBs), and the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) will become the Building Control Authority for HRBs in England. Read more
Create memorable designs through non-standard construction
As Building Inspectors, we love to collaborate closely with architects and designers, and we are continually inspired by those who fearlessly embrace unconventional materials to achieve not only stunning designs but also performance-driven structures. Read more
Grenfell Latest Inquiry Update
At Wilkinson Construction Consultants, acting as building inspectors, we apply our vast knowledge and experience of building regulations and codes to ensure that every building project complies with them. This includes site preparation, fire exits, accessibility, ventilation, and water sanitation, to name a few. Read more
Our Process of Working with Architects and Designers
At Wilkinson Construction Consultants, acting as building inspectors, we apply our vast knowledge and experience of building regulations and codes to ensure that every building project complies with them. This includes site preparation, fire exits, accessibility, ventilation, and water sanitation, to name a few. Read more

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Useful Links

Additional Specialised consents

As well as complying with building regulations you may need additional permissions for development to proceed. The list is not exhaustive but covers those consents most commonly associated with development.

Building Control

Building Regulations set standards for the design and construction of buildings to ensure the safety and health for people. Below includes a list of Building Control documents over the years.

Approved Documents

The Approved Documents provide guidance for how the building regulations can be satisfied in common building situations. Below are links, however it is advised, that you read the fully detailed pages.

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West Malling | London | Essex | West Sussex

Commercial | Domestic | Site Inspection | Consultation | About

Wilkinson Construction Consultants © 2020 – 2022  | Wilkinson Construction Consultants, ® All Rights Reserved.
Registered Address: 111 Buckingham Palace Road Westminster, London, SW1W 0SR | Company details: Co Reg No 06808615 Vat Reg No 977 3745 63
D&B D-U-N-S® No 211518835 Approved Inspector Building Control CIC Licence No 153

Complaints Policy  |  Data Protection  |  Corporate Social Responsibility  | Terms & Conditions  | Business Policy

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