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Is Building Regulations approval required to replace or repair a chimney?

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Building Regulations 2010, SI 2010/2214, set out Requirements for the construction of chimneys and flues and are supported by Approved Document J (2002), which provides guidance on meeting the requirements.

Flues are 'controlled services' as defined in regulation 2 of the Building Regulations and are, therefore, subject to requirements in Part J of Schedule 1. If renovation, refurbishment

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What does Building Regulations mean?

The Building Regulations 2010 impose minimum standards for carrying out specified works in or about buildings, energy conservation and access to and use of buildings. Building Regulations apply to: new buildings or extensions; installing, extending or altering services or fittings; alterations affecting stability; fire safety; access; and use requirements.

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