Building regulations approval
When you do not need approval
You do not need to apply for approval yourself if the work is not covered by building regulations, or if it鈥檚 carried out by someone who鈥檚 registered with a competent person scheme.
Work that does not need approval
You do not need building regulations approval for some , including:
- most repairs, replacements and maintenance work (except heating systems, oil tanks, fuse boxes and glazing units)
- new power and lighting points, or changes to existing circuits (except around baths and showers)
- like-for-like replacements of baths, toilets, basins and sinks
Find out more about common projects and .
Check with a building control body if you鈥檙e still not sure what to do.
Hire a 鈥榗ompetent person鈥�
If your project needs approval but you鈥檇 rather not apply yourself, you can hire a tradesperson registered with a competent person scheme instead.
You must meet even if you do not need formal approval.