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Retrospective building regulation approval for windows and doors

Anonymous user 15/03/2024 - 2.44 PM

Hi there, About 18 months ago I had two new triple glazed PVC windows and a new front door fitted. I didn't use a registered competent person and I didn't realise I needed to get council approval for this either. I know I can get indemnity insurance but ideally I would like to get the permission retrospectively, but I'm concerned that rectifying any issues would be difficult and expensive, for example, I decided not to have trickle vents because I live on a busy road. Is there a way to predict any issues that could come up with buildings regs? And how difficult/expensive could it get? Both windows and the door were straight swaps (no new spaces made or anything like that). Thanks in advance!

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Anonymous user

Hi, you will have to get a fensa completion certificate or your local BCO to sign them off if you want to sell your property later on, your buyers solicitor will request the certificate which is required since 2002. The BCO will need to know who the manufacturer is for the thermal values of the items fitted and may ask you to give him /her access to the fixings for him to inspect. I'm sure there will not be a problem with the triple glazing but you will have to fit the vents retrospectively for certain. Hope this helps and if so please leave feedback. Regards

Answered23 May 2025

Anonymous user

Hi . With regards too the installation of new units it is advised too employ a fenzer Registered installer . However you can apply too local authority building control for an inspector too visit and sign job off . Not a big expense. Hope this is helpful

Answered7 December 2018