FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION
What type of Application I need to submit for my project.
At the start of your construction project you must consider whether the development requires planning permission or building regulations approval, or both. These are two separate applications and must be applied for individually, Poppy Design Ltd can help you applying for both.
What is a Planning Application?
A Planning Application, in simple terms, is like asking the local planning authorities if you can do a certain piece of building work.
The Planning Permission can be granted (sometimes subject to certain conditions) or rejected. If you have any queries about a particular case, the first thing to do is to contact your local planning authority or an Architect. The Planning Permission, if required, should be granted before any work begins.
What is a Building Control Application?
Building Control Application, in simple terms, is like asking the local Building Control authorities if ithe building work complies with the building regulations, a set of standards intended to protect people's safety, health and welfare in and around built
environments. The Building control teams check all aspects of construction including but not limited to foundations, damp-proofing, insulation etc. are acceptable.
What is the difference between Planning Permission and Building Control?
Put simply, Planning Permission deals with the appearance of the proposal and the effect it will have on neighbouring properties and the general environment while Building Control deals with the technical and constructional details of building works to ensure the health and safety of people in and around the building.
What are the benefits of employing an Architect?
Architects are university trained professionals with skills in designing, planning and altering building of various functions and sizes, they provide a design that is creative, highly functional and sustainable. Your property will be tailored to your needs and you will get the maximum return on your investment.
Using experience Architects can save you money, they can can organise competitive quotes from several qualified builders and supervise them on site to ensure that the construction is completed according to the approved drawings. Design errors will be avoided and problems will be solved before the construction begins, leaving you free from hassle