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When you need building regs approval, how to apply, using a competent person scheme, and determinations and appeals
You must check if you need approval before you construct or change鈥�
You do not need to apply for approval yourself if the work is not covered鈥�
Competent person schemes are a way for tradespeople to prove their ability鈥�
Contact a 鈥榖uilding control body鈥� (BCB) to check the building regulations鈥�
You can appeal if you think your project should not have to comply with鈥�
Join a competent person scheme to self-certify certain types of building work instead of getting building regulations approval from a council or private inspector - how to join, current schemes
The rules for putting up scaffolding on your property - licence, checks, safety, builder, scaffold companies
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