A Building Control technical briefing.
LABC Building Bulletin
March 2017 |
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Building control application service now available on the Planning Portal
Around 2000 applications have been deposited at Local Authorities through the new building control application service now available on the Planning Portal.
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Laying the foundations for Modern Methods of Construction
The Building Societies Association encourages the industry to look into off-site house building as a method of tackling the housing crisis in its recent housing report.
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The aftermath of Storm Doris
A look at damage caused by severe storms and how building control responds.
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Is your product fire proof? No it's only fire resistant
A look at how fire terminology used to advertise products can sometimes be confusing and misleading.
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How to get it right: Don't create confusing messages with fire signage
Appropriate signage is vital to ensure safe exits from buildings. |
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Approved Document Q - when is a window easily accessible?
Building Bulletin discusses which windows require additional security provisions to prevent unauthorised access by the casual burglar. |
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"My Dad told me about them!" This month's spotlight on Thatched Roofs
We take a look at thatch as a roofing material and how it still competes with today's technology. |
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ASFP offers fire-stopping installation guidance video
An eye opening video from the Association of Structural Fire Protection shows just how important it is to select the right material for fire-stopping openings in compartment walls. |
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The dangers of working underneath overhead power lines
Just how safe are you underneath overhead lines? Building Bulletin discusses the guidance provided when the circus comes to town. |
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Top Five Part L1A energy compliance issues for residential buildings
Elmhurst Energy highlights five key areas where thermal performance can be enhanced through careful design. |
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