Planning permission can take a few months to be accepted, so it is important that you apply as early as possible. However, when you have had your planning permission granted, what comes next? In this article, we are going to answer some of the most common questions about what comes after your planning permission has been accepted, including questions about structural engineers, party wall surveyors, and CCTV surveys. Please read on to find out more.
Some Questions About What Comes Next
CCTV Survey – What Is It?
A CCTV survey sounds a lot more interesting than it actually is; to put it simply, it just tells you what is going on inside of your drains. A CCTV surveyor will insert a camera inside of your drains and provide you with a detailed report that gives you all of the information that you need to know relating to the drainage systems that are in place.
Do I Require A Structural Engineer For My Extension?
Yes, you certainly do. A structural engineer plays a crucial role in making sure that the foundations of your extension are fine for construction requirements. The structural engineer that you choose will give you calculations and drawings that comply with your local building regulations, and these are then used by your architect and hired building contractor.
Party Wall Surveyors – When Do I Need One?
You will need to hire a party wall surveyor if there is a shared wall on your terraced or semi-detached home (these types of shared wall are known as party walls). Before any work can be carried out on your party walls, you must provide your neighbours with a party wall notice in writing. You are also required by law to give two months’ notice on building work that will affects the party wall in question, and your neighbour has fourteen days to reply if they wish to do so.
Who Will Oversee My Project?
You will need to ask your inspector to provide an approved inspector to oversee your project, in order to keep track of how closely your contractors actually stick to regulations when carrying out your project.
When it is completed, they will provide you with a certificate which you must keep hold of until you come to sell your property.
How Many Builders Should Be Tendered?
The industry standard is around four building contractors tendered for every project. We strongly recommend taking the necessary time to research every single contractor, such as checking their references and their finances (you do not want the company you choose to go bankrupt during the project). If you do this, you will find that you are in a much better position to choose the perfect contractor for your requirements.
Get In Touch Today
If you would like more information about the services that we offer, please get in contact with our team of planning consultants by using 01925 357008, or emailing info@mpdbuiltenv.co.uk. We are always here to take your call, deal with any enquiries and answer any questions that you may have relating to any of our services, including our fees and costs.
