RESOURCES

Yorkshire Water: Building over or making alterations to a public sewer

Whether you’re building a new home extension or developing a commercial estate, the chances are there’s a public sewer or drain nearby that could affect your work. Check out this guidance from Yorkshire Water - download the PDF or visit Yorkshire Water.

Pre-submission guidance for new dwellings

We understand that navigating the Building Regulations can be complex, and recent changes have introduced additional requirements for new dwellings before an Initial Notice can be submitted. This document contains useful information about the process and the documentation we require.

YBC Project Timeline

The YBC timeline for your project from quote to certification.

Photographic evidence for building control

Building Control's Operational Standards Rules mandate that all photographic evidence must be geotagged. We suggest using an app such as Timestamp Camera, which automatically adds a date, time, and location watermark to photos.To download the free app, scan the relevant QR code in this PDF file.

YBC Part-R Connectivity Plan form

Form to be completed as part of Connectivity Plan.

Building control practice guidance

Guidance for local authorities, registered building control approvers, and persons carrying out building work.

YBC Dutyholder and Compliance Guidance

The Government amended the Building Regulations, effective from 1st October 2023. These changes introduced a new regulatory body, the Building Safety Regulator (BSR), to oversee various aspects of building safety, including Building Regulations and Control. Find out more in this summary document.

Manual to the Building Regulations

A code of practice for use in England (HM Government July 2020)