Building Regulations

Building Regulations in the UK are essential legal standards that ensure safety, health, energy efficiency, and structural integrity for all new buildings and major alterations. These regulations cover everything from fire safety and ventilation to accessibility and thermal performance.

At BDS, we support clients through every stage of the compliance process, preparing detailed technical drawings, coordinating with Building Control, and ensuring all aspects of your build meet the required standards.

Why Choose BDS for Building Regulations?

Our team helps ensure your project is designed and built in full accordance with current Building Regulations. We take care of the technical detail so you can move forward with confidence. Our service includes:

  • Full plans or building notice submissions

  • Technical construction drawings and specifications

  • Coordination with approved inspectors or local Building Control

  • Structural calculations and thermal performance assessments

  • Fire safety strategy and accessibility compliance

  • Site inspections and regulatory correspondence during construction

  • Ongoing support to address issues and meet inspection requirements

With BDS, you’ll have expert support from design to completion, ensuring your build meets regulations and runs without interruption.

The Process

01

Project Briefing

We begin by understanding your project's scope, type of development, and compliance needs.

02

Site Review

We assess the site conditions and any existing structures that may impact design or construction.

03

Compliance Drawings

Our team produces detailed architectural drawings that meet Building Regulations standards.

04

Technical Detailing

We develop technical specifications, material details, and construction methods for approval.

05

Regulator Liaison

We consult with Building Control officers or Approved Inspectors to review plans before submission.

06

Pre-Submission Review

We obtain early feedback to flag potential issues and refine the technical pack accordingly.

07

Application Submission

We formally submit full plans or a building notice for Building Regulations approval.

08

Plan Review

The Building Control Body checks all drawings, calculations, and supporting documents.

09

Site Inspections

We coordinate inspections at key construction stages to ensure on-site compliance.

10

Completion Certificate

Once everything is approved, we obtain your final Building Regulations completion certificate.