Extensions and Newbuild Projects Articles
CoolZone Ceiling Tiles Reduce the Need for Air Conditioning
Innovative CoolZone ceiling tiles, feature Phase Change Material (PCM) that absorbs heat to delay the requirement for air conditioning. Posted by Armstrong World Industries Ltd
Feed in Tariff for Commercial Buildings
Installing a PV system on a commercial or public building means you can use the Feed in Tariff to generate an additional revenue stream. There are two elements to the feed in tariff: The generation tariff and The export tariff. Posted by Waldon Energy
Planning Requirements for Micro Renewables on Non Domestic Buildings
The permitted development rights for the installation of micro-renewables do not exist for non-domestic premises. Installation of a PV system requires planning permission. Posted by Waldon Energy
The Community Infrastructure Levy
The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL), made Regulation in April 2010, has filtered through to enforcement by the first wave of Local Authorities. Posted by The National Self Build & Renovation Centre
Requirements of PPS7 to Achieve Planning Permission
The standards set out by PPS7 for planning permission are high indeed. PPS7 states: "Very occasionally the exceptional quality and innovative nature of the design of a proposed, isolated new house may provide this special justification for granting planning permission." Posted by The Landscape Institute
Reviews of Inspirational Kitchen Designs
"Hobsons Choice set the benchmark for all other kitchen designers, offering extremely good value for money and excellent design skills". Posted by Hobsons Choice
Health and Safety Competent Person Service for Builders & Consultants
A health and safety policy review will establish a baseline with a report identifying how well you are complying with health and safety legislation. Posted by Veritas Consulting Safety Services
Permitted Development Rules
Under Permitted Development, you can build outbuildings with a footprint of up to 50% of the remaining land around the the original house. Posted by Plans Designed
Help with Planning Permission and Building Regulations
Planning Permission, and Building Regulations. What are these?. Do you need them?, Who gives these approvals? and how are the decisions made? Posted by Plans Designed
Zero Rated VAT for Building Work - The Facts
There are some times when no VAT is charged for building work ie: Zero Rate VAT Band, or a reduced VAT rate is charged. Labour costs on work to provide power or water, building paths, walls, gates is all Zero Rated. Posted by ConstructaQuote
