Service Description: The main function of Building Control is to ensure that new building work meets the requirements of the Building Regulations. These Regulations cover matters such as structural stability, fire safety, conservation of fuel and power and access and facilities for disabled persons.
Also known as:- Building Control Officer, Building Control Surveyor, Building Inspection, Building Regulations, Building Surveyor, Site Visit
Answer: The Approved Documents offer guidance as to how the Building Regulations can be satisfied. These documents tend to be quite lengthy, but are user friendly and are intended to assist everyone involved with the building operations. The Approved Documents are divided into differing parts recognisable by a prefix A - P. For example, Part A deals with structure, Part B with fire safety matters etc.