Has anyone tried obtaining the docs on an existing house, or know what their status is?
My understanding is that Planning Documents are essentially public, and Building Regs docs are essentially private ie I can't get a copy.
I am going to see what my Council says, but I have 2 agendas here:
1 - I am planning work on my house (rebuilt from 3 walls and a hole after nearly-demolition12 years ago by the previous owner), to extend somewhat and improve the fabric, and it would be useful to know as much as possible.
2 - I plan to write to my MP suggesting that all Building Regs documents become basically public, as one response to the Grenfell Enquiry. And as a way of introducing a culture to encourage scrutiny.
Any perspectives would be most welcome.
Cheers
Ferdinand