building regs- stautory responsibilites Flashcards
What do building regulations set?
Minimum standards for the design, construction, and renovation of buildings to ensure safety for all.
What historical events influenced the development of building regulations?
The Great Fire of London and cholera outbreaks.
Who reformed building regulations and what was a key improvement?
Chadwick reformed building regulations, leading to the construction of sewers.
What is one purpose of building regulations?
To improve building quality.
How do building regulations affect disasters?
They reduce breakouts, disasters, and accidents.
What happens after submitting drawings to building control?
You receive back 8 cards that signify the start of work for specific stages.
List the stages at which the 8 cards need to be sent.
- Start of work
- Foundation excavation
- DPC/DPM
- Drains
- External walls
- Completed roof structure
- Before plastering
- At completion
What are dangerous structures?
Buildings and structures that may collapse due to various reasons such as old age and poor maintenance.
What are the two types of dangerous structures defined by the Party Wall Act?
- Imminent
- Hazardous
What does ‘imminent’ refer to in dangerous structures?
Structures at risk of collapse that must be secured for public safety.
What does ‘hazardous’ refer to in dangerous structures?
Structures that are unstable but not at imminent risk of collapse.
What can happen if building regulations are contravened?
The local authority may prosecute in magistrate’s court with an unlimited fine.
How long can prosecution for building regulation violations occur after work completion?
Up to two years.
What are the requirements listed by the building act for a building?
- Hot and cold running water
- Appropriate sanitation
- Compliance with regulations
- Means of cooking facilities
- Heating
- Ventilation
- Sealed against water penetration
What can the local authority do if an owner does not comply with a notice?
The local authority can undertake the work and recover costs from the owner.
What must be done if a dangerous structure is identified?
It must be reported to the local council, and a building inspector will assess it within 24 hours.
True or False: Dangerous structures can remain open to the public immediately after identification.
False
What do building regulations set?
Minimum standards for the design, construction, and renovation of buildings to ensure safety for all.
What historical events influenced the development of building regulations?
The Great Fire of London and cholera outbreaks.
Who reformed building regulations and what was a key improvement?
Chadwick reformed building regulations, leading to the construction of sewers.
What is one purpose of building regulations?
To improve building quality.
How do building regulations affect disasters?
They reduce breakouts, disasters, and accidents.
What happens after submitting drawings to building control?
You receive back 8 cards that signify the start of work for specific stages.
List the stages at which the 8 cards need to be sent.
- Start of work
- Foundation excavation
- DPC/DPM
- Drains
- External walls
- Completed roof structure
- Before plastering
- At completion
What are dangerous structures?
Buildings and structures that may collapse due to various reasons such as old age and poor maintenance.
What are the two types of dangerous structures defined by the Party Wall Act?
- Imminent
- Hazardous
What does ‘imminent’ refer to in dangerous structures?
Structures at risk of collapse that must be secured for public safety.
What does ‘hazardous’ refer to in dangerous structures?
Structures that are unstable but not at imminent risk of collapse.
What can happen if building regulations are contravened?
The local authority may prosecute in magistrate’s court with an unlimited fine.
How long can prosecution for building regulation violations occur after work completion?
Up to two years.
What are the requirements listed by the building act for a building?
- Hot and cold running water
- Appropriate sanitation
- Compliance with regulations
- Means of cooking facilities
- Heating
- Ventilation
- Sealed against water penetration
What can the local authority do if an owner does not comply with a notice?
The local authority can undertake the work and recover costs from the owner.
What must be done if a dangerous structure is identified?
It must be reported to the local council, and a building inspector will assess it within 24 hours.
True or False: Dangerous structures can remain open to the public immediately after identification.
False
