Nic

I meant on the run next to the dishwasher and move the draw unit to the current sink area👍🏼

Quick question.. I’m happy with the general layout of attached kitchen ( 4x3.1m) however the sink ( although facing the window is nice atheistic I wonder if it’s a bit too close to the hob and might be better on the run directly behind the hob? any thoughts?

Sadly I would need the blinds I think and due to a very restrictive planning situation that are a specific size . Thanks though 👍🏼

A couple of questions need three roof lights in a hip style roof . The house will be passive quality. Triple glazed Norrsken windows for rest of house . Will have MVHR . So should I just have non opening and electric blackout blinds? Anyone got any views on the Roof maker companies windows over say Velux . Another options ?

How do all the designs with flush fitting sliding doors out onto their lovely patios all at the same level etc get round this problem? 🤔

For exemption CIL states it needs the below * A Self Build or Custom Build Warranty is a warranty and Certificate of Approval issued by a Warranty provider which provides a 'latent defects insurance' policy and which is accompanied by certified Stage Completion Certificates (SCC) issued to the owner/occupier of the home. who is the best option for this please ? many thanks

I think blown cellulose is what I’d like to do are you says an I -joist structure is better for this . The external has to be a render ( as has to match a next door property

So blown cellulose recommendation for installers in the West Country please

Is cellulose generally more sound deadening than earthwool as well ?

Hi building a small timber frame house in Devon. Was looking at the MBC passive spec and they like to use blown in cellulose. What are the pros and cons over say earthwool for example? Or anything else?

My apologies for what is likely to be a silly question . but if you are looking at a block and beam ground floor and aiming for passive , with passive timber frame . Can you still have a flush patio to finished floor ( so the level outside is the same for wheelchairs etc ? ) if so can some show me a drawing of how this might work please 🙏

forgive me for such a basic question. when adding, say 100mm onto of your UFH , does it matter if it’s screed or just concrete?

I also think if you are going self build and claim CIL tax relief for a self build you need to have a valid warranty in place to complete form 7 pt 2 to make sure they don’t come after you for the full payment

John you are probably right

sound was one of the conditions that the planners were making a fuss about . They place a condition that I need to build an acoustic barrier between us and next door ( which can't be done as the barrier would need to be on the drive ) they insist on the drive to ensure we have off street parking etc etc . This is what they said : Prior to first use of the air source heat pump (ASHP) hereby approved, an acoustic barrier to the front of the ASHP will be provided and constructed to the following specification: A mass of 10 kg/m2, at a height where there is no line of sight from the ASHP to the neighbouring bedroom window. It must be of solid construction with no air gaps. The acoustic barrier shall thereafter remain in perpetuity unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. (Reason: To protect adjoining residents from noise in the interests of residential amenity in accordance with Policy D1 - Design and Local Distinctiveness of the Adopted East Devon Local Plan 2013-2031.) In accordance with the requirements of Article 35 of the Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015 in determining this application, East Devon District Council has worked positively with the applicant to ensure that all relevant planning concerns have been appropriately resolved.

Obviously I have know idea what the below means 😂 but it does seem like it might be over kill for my two bed house in Devon ! WPL-A 07 HK 230 Premium AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMPS PRODUCT-NO.: 200123 Create a pleasant climate all round This air source heat pump doesn't just take care of your heating and hot water. In the summer months, it can also provide cooling. And even at outside temperatures as low as minus 25 °C, it achieves high flow temperatures for pleasant room heating and high hot water convenience. This inverter appliance therefore offers you a valuable service, no matter whether you are building a new home or modernising an older one. Doing the environment a good turn The models in this series are set up to use a particularly futureproof refrigerant. Combined with an excellent efficiency level, this heat pump raises your environmental conscience in building services to a new high. The main features Air source heat pump installed outdoors for heating and cooling Ideal for new build and modernisation Inverter technology for high efficiency and low energy bills Low noise emissions due to intelligent appliance design Operating noise can be further reduced in night mode ("silent mode") Highest energy efficiency even when using radiators Optional integration into the home network and control via smartphone (additional components required) Flow temperatures of up to 75 °C for first rate hot water convenience Type WPL-A 07 HK 230 Premium Part no. 200123 Technical data Energy efficiency class, heat pump W35 A+++ Energy efficiency class, heat pump W55 A+++ Energy efficiency class, composite system (heat pump + controller) W35 A+++ Energy efficiency class, composite system (heat pump + controller) W55 A+++ Heating output at A7/W35 (EN 14511) 3.31 kW Heating output at A2/W35 (EN 14511) 4.30 kW Heating output at A-7/W35 (EN 14511) 6.87 kW Max. cooling capacity at A35/W7 7.30 kW Cooling capacity at A35/W18 partial load 4.94 kW Max. cooling capacity at A35/W18 10.15 kW COP at A7/W35 (EN 14511) 5.42 COP at A2/W35 (EN 14511) 4.30 COP at A-7/W35 (EN 14511) 2.93 Energy efficiency ratio at A35/W7 max. 2.35 Energy efficiency ratio at A35/W18 partial load 4.28 Energy efficiency ratio at A35/W18 max. 2.87 SCOP 35 °C (EN 14825) 4.88 Sound power level (EN 12102) 48 dB(A) Min./max. application limits for heat source -25/40 °C

Hi I see the above is one of the quieter models about anyone have any experience of this make and model at all . It’s been recommended by Green Flare

Because planners say all windows have to be Velux on first floor and 1.7 from first floor also overall height of building not allowed to be higher than old coach house next door, so has to be subservient to that . So there are some strict conditions . The two Velux’s at each end will supply light to en-suit as well as bedroom as the wall to the en-suite’s will not be full height. ( it’s been a challenge 😂) If there weren’t these restrictions we of course would have conventional windows etc

Not really going to work layout is tight

as my last reply ..... I think moving it is the easiest option

Yes indeed the planners have said what they said... but seriously this plan had to go back through the planning process because I wanted to move a door and a vellum ( condition meant I couldn't do that on the first plan which had already been APPROVED with the ashp in situ!!!!) I then pointed out to the architect that we have no escape windows on first floor and although planners never mentioned that and had approved without , we put them in on this application as building regs would never let that slide and would cause issues down the line. so a bit annoyed they are now being very picky

Not a bungalow... the house will be built passive and have MRHV to assist in keeping upstairs at a reasonable temp. we are on the coast in Exmouth so not going to be using any extra heating for upstairs we much pre a cooler upstairs anyways

there is no option for a corridor at all 🤞🏼

Err hope you all don’t mind I have a similar situation My velux bottom is 1.7 from first FF. so a small escape window with a fire escape door type release is being suggested ( permanent frosted glass) see attached photos . The planners are saying below , which if I’m honest I have no idea what they mean😂… a clue anyone ? “We are still considering the additional info re the fire escape window and are discussions as to whether we feel we can have sufficient control over the opening of this window in the event of an emergency only through condition.” ????????

Yes John it can be located anywhere down there really was initially where it was to reduce the run to the room it was going to need to be feeding. do you have any ASHP recommendations? Thanks again