Technical Design

A builder may be able to construct the project using the building regulations drawings. However, they will usually require further details to complete the work.  It should also be noted that a Building Regulations pack comprising drawings and building notes does not constitute a full set of construction information and should not be treated as such.

Where proposals are complicated you may need to appoint a Services Engineer (drainage, heating, plumbing, etc).  We can obtain quotations for this service and appoint the engineer on your behalf.

Renewables and Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) systems have become increasingly popular within modern developments to reduce emissions and heating/electricity bills. We ensure these systems integrate effectively with the development by working with specialists and incorporating their designs into our drawings. Hayes & Partners can obtain quotations from specialists at this stage and appoint them on your behalf.

At Hayes & Partners, our services after Building Regulations approval include detailed specifications, preparation of tender packages, contract administration, site inspections, through to snagging and defects inspections post completion.

Detailed specifications include schedules, room layouts and key details unique to your project which aren’t essential for Building Regulations but Contractors often require to ensure the project meets your requirements.

During the tender phase we compile technical drawings, schedules and specifications into a comprehensive tender package including a Schedule of Works or Bill of Quantities that a Quantity Surveyor prepares. We then issue the tender package to multiple contractors enabling them to provide an accurate cost for the build. You can then compare these costs directly and fairly. This formal process ensures competitive pricing and quality.

Timescales

For a Full Plans Application, the time it takes to produce drawings vary on the projects scale and complexity.  Typically, for a medium-sized domestic project, we allow six to eight weeks for coordination with structural engineers or other specialist consultants before we submit the application.

Once the Building Control Approver receives the application, they typically take six weeks to review it and provide a formal response.