BC say x2 extractor fans in utility/toilet!?

[TREBOR38]

Hi all,

 

Just finished renovating a house where I converted and old coal shed and outside toilet (cold space), into a utility and separate toilet, knocked through from kitchen. 

I got my friend to do the electrics which he is fully qualified to do, and provided a minor works certificate. 

 

Guy from building control came today to sign off that and other works, was happy with everything, but has said I need to fit 2 extractor fans in utility and toilet to provide ventilation. When I asked for what he said because of the hot water!? ?‍♂️

The toilet is small and has a large window, and the utility is small but twice the size, with washing machine/ dryer, and has a door and very small window. Plus door into kitchen.

 

I'm just wondering if there is anyway around this as I am reluctant to start making a mess of the new internal and external plaster/render, and would prefer to not mess with the new roof either.

If I am to go back to him I need a regulations loop hole or something.

 

Any help appreciated. 

Thanks.

[ProDave]

Unless regs have changed, ask him to show you where a WC with a window needs an extract.

 

A utility room will.

[ADLIan]

In England Appr Doc C, Section 7. Looks like BCO is correct.

[TREBOR38]

On 27/06/2019 at 20:55, ADLIan said:

In England Appr Doc C, Section 7. Looks like BCO is correct.

Doc C - Site preparation and resistance to contaminants and moisture?

 

There is no section 7 ?‍♂️

Do you mean Doc F?

[ADLIan]

Sorry - yes it's Appr Doc F that applies

[Temp]

One possibility might be one extractor fan and an air brick between WC and utility room so that it's "shared". But would need the BCO to agree.