On Tue, 8 Jul 2003 14:12:41 +0000 (UTC), "Jonathan Webb"
wrote:

Andrew,
Thanks for reply
RE this bit:
2. It seems that the fee must be based on a written estimate from a
plumber - which is unethical to get one round to quote when I have not
the wherewithal to get them to do the job, esp as they must know that it
costs £4-5k for most CH- is this just my local Council, or how they are
required to operate?

I have to admit I don't understand this query. The arrangement will go
something like the following:

EXTRACT FROM COUNCIL WEBSITE....
"Tables C1 and C2 – Table C1 (PDF file 19KB) applications are based on
an estimate of the cost of the work and must be accompanied by a written
estimate that would be charged by a person in business to carry out
such work. In effect, this means that only an estimate from a builder,
or equivalent, is acceptable and rules out the DIY element.
This applies to both Full Plans applications and Building Notices. "

This seems a bit off to me. Also, presumably they want a schematic
drawing, or just a schedule of components?

I want to start off armed with a basic understanding before I get in
touch with our BC officer as his reputation precedes him.

TIA
Jono


Remember that this is a broad brush policy to cover Building Notices
and Full Plans applications for all sorts of purposes including
building a complete house.

Depending on what you do or have done and how you go about it, you may
not need to involve the building control people at all. See other
post.




..andy

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