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No. Think about it this way... Let's say the temperature inside and outside are constant so a temperaturs gradient exist between the two. With a warm roof (insulation above rafters) the rafters will be on the warm side - so there is no risk of condensation on them. With a cold roof (insulation below reafters) the rafters are cold but they can be well ventilated - so there is no risk of condensation on them. If you add insulation between or below rafter in a warm roof you effectively "move" the rafters towards the cold side without providing the ventilation. This risks consensation foirming on them. You can add some insulation between the rafters but I believe its limited to 1/3rd of the total and you should get a condensation risk analysis done. Insulation manufacturers will sometimes do these for you if you send them a proposed sketch ausing their insulation.

https://www.lbbd.gov.uk/sites/default/files/attachments/CIL-Collection-Frequently-Asked-Questions-2014.pdf

@suffolkselfbuild Normally the CIL calculation deducts the floor area of existing buildings so on a conversion with no new building I don't think there is anything to pay. The proviso is that the building must have been in lawful use for 6 months beforehand. So not a retrospective application. There is something funny with the way the 100sqm rule is applied if there 8s a mix of conversion and new. I believe if you did a 300sqm conversion AND a 99 sqm new building then the area used for the test to see if the CIL applies is 300+99= 399sqm. Then since that is over 100sqm the CIL has to be calculated. Its calculated on 399-300=99sqm.

Is it too late to appeal as I'd be surprised if that's a valid planning reason for rejection. Eg I'm sure they can't reject based on what you "might do" only what you have said you will do in the planning application.

List here might be useful... https://www.gov.uk/guidance/goods-and-services-you-can-claim-for-under-the-vat-diy-scheme

They should charge you 5% VAT on both labour and materials and you reclaim it at the end of the build with everything else. Best ask them to requote at 5% before they start work. I assume its a conversion, not mixed use, and not a house that's been empty for 2 or 10 years. If they have a problem refer to VAT708 para 7.1.1 (which states 5% on conversions) and 11.2 (VAT rate on goods incorporated should be at same rate as labour). It may help to give them a "certificate" which is basically a letter you write confirming that the work is 5% rated because its the conversion of a non residential building to a residential building. Include site address znd any planning reference number. I think officially they are only needed for work on charity buildings but they have been known to convince unsure tradesmen. Think there is/was a template in VAT708.

Looks good to me. Think I would use 25 x 50mm counter battens.

I would take that last line as a hint they are likely to approve it. No guarantee mind.

https://nottenergy.com/resources/energy-cost-comparison/ Scroll down and see the table and column.. "Pence per kWh (after boiler efficiency)" Electricity 22p/KWh LPG 11p/KWh So switching to pure electric could double your running costs. However for a temporary or short term installation you need to consider capital costs as well. Note this is for LPG in a tank not cylinders which are probably more expensive.

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Normally a wall or fence over 2m needs planning permission. So in theory the planners probably could issue enforcement proceedings. However the neighbour could then apply for planning permission and appeal it if its refused. The planners may feel that there is a good chance it would be approved at appeal. In which case it would be a waste of time and money to start down this route. Planners are generally very busy and have minimal budgets. Appeals also cost them time and money so they invariably only go after serious planning breaches. In general third parties have no right to appeal a planning decision and I suspect they haven't actually made a formal decision anyway. Eg they haven't granted planning permission nor have they issued a certificate of lawfulness or similar. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/ensuring-effective-enforcement

There are numerous ways for a 3D printer to go wrong and produce poor quality prints. This one was new to me... Can skip to the cause at 7:32...

Usually 0.5 or 1L bottles eg Fernox F1.

BT have a universal service obligation which could see them paying to upgrade it... but don't get too excited.. https://www.bt.com/broadband/USO If the cost is less that £3500 they should pay. If more then you share the bill. If you club together with neighbours it gets more complicated but that would be worth investigating.

We have wall mounted taps in a single block wall if that helps.

Got any corrosion inhibitor in the system?

Just discovered this.. https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/cars/1520364/driving-law-changes-classic-car-tampering-consultation-fears/amp Seems like this could catch a lot of things inadvertently.... Bypassing the broken ignition key/switch of a lawnmower. Can only fit an air/oil filter/exhaust/wipers/tyres that performs as good or better than the OEM part? For example can't use tyres that have a longer life but don't stop as well in the wet. Or a shorter life that stops better. Disabling parking sensors because a stone chip makes it beep all the time. Replacing a speed limiter with cruise control by reconfiguring the build spec of the car. Software mods that improve range but reduce performance or reduce range and improve performance of an electric car.

Do you already have solar panels? Otherwise solar powered Ring Spotlight cameras exist.. https://en-uk.ring.com/products/spotlight-cam-solar?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=UK_English_Search_Brand_Cameras_Exact_Google_CPC&utm_content=Security+Cameras_Exact+%2F+ring+spotlight+camera+solar&utm_term=ring spotlight solar&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=UK_English_Search_Brand_Cameras_Exact_Google_CPC&utm_content=Security+Cameras_Exact+%2F+ring+spotlight+camera+solar&utm_term=ring spotlight solar&gclid=Cj0KCQiA4b2MBhD2ARIsAIrcB-SjN6u1r9iJBYlYME7bpPHn044N8l8KUfiIZYu-UN7kAf0_kJIIFXkaAnRnEALw_wcB

Screwdrivers... If you only have a few, the chances of you reaching into your toolbox and pulling out one that's the right type and size are slim. If you have lots, the chances of you reaching into your toolbox and pulling out one that's the right type and size are slim. The optimum number of screwdrivers to have lies somewhere between N+1 and M, where M is the large number of different sizes and types that exist, an N is the number you currently have.

Saws can be a problem. They wobble about and jam in the cut. The key to using a saw is to start with a good workbench so the wood you are cutting can't move about, not even the slightest.

Sandpaper and paint are the worst. You pick up a sheet fully expecting that a few strokes will remove a bit of paint and it just smiles at you and refuses to do anything more than lightly scratch the surface. The paint remains firmly attached. Then when you want paint to remain stuck it blisters and bubbles up, let's in water and allows your windows to rot.

I once had a house with storage heaters that were made about 1995. They leaked too much heat. In the spring and autumn you needed to put heat into them "just in case" it was going to be cold next day. If it wasn't as cold as you expected the room would overheat even with them shut off. Ended up ripping them out and fitting gas boiler and rads.

Previous relevant thread..

Google search for "Bullfinch Electrical Outlet Point". However I think they are only IP55. https://www.google.com/search?q=Bullfinch+Electrical+Outlet+Point&oq=Bullfinch+Electrical+Outlet+Point &aqs=chrome..69i57j69i60l2.1933j0j8&client=tablet-android-samsung-nf-rev1&sourceid=chrome-mobile&ie=UTF-8 Not quite but.. https://www.spares2you.co.uk/waterproof-13-amp-flush-mains-outlet-w4-20041/?gclid=CjwKCAiAvriMBhAuEiwA8Cs5lRzwy3wz-E9H7i5PdPJpd6YwawBF90O858c992O03FtPG8wX0h8xIhoC81QQAvD_BwE

That link says its in stock for next day delivery ? Otherwise Google suction pipe 3/4"... Clear.. 2 or 3 day delivery.. https://www.northerntankstore.co.uk/clear-suction-hose?source=googlebase&option_id=984&option_value_id=2717&gclid=CjwKCAiAvriMBhAuEiwA8Cs5lfiaonmlGhQeUjBJjPtEAcKCBFuCRkVXEq6_RsBF4XVrtP2Ok8tqyxoCJRwQAvD_BwE 1m lengths on Amazon.. https://www.amazon.co.uk/WIRE-REINFORCED-SUCTION-DELIVERY-HOSE/dp/B00K6D2TU0/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=Suction+hose+3%2F4"&qid=1636753300&qsid=258-2896245-2103505&sr=8-6&sres=B01D52JXMK%2CB00K6D2TU0%2CB0001E3SZE%2CB07WC1DT2F%2CB083QQ8VG9%2CB0891PBJTH%2CB0813BPL7V%2CB0001E3YJ4%2CB08922WNGR%2CB01N6IIEC5%2CB007PNRJU4%2CB094DM9VXP%2CB016DH5RZG%2CB002X6XXV2%2CB084KWT8KF%2CB07J4SXG37%2CB078GSPQ5S%2CB08WQ9CWY1%2CB001BAVSHW%2CB09B2KC8C7