Blog 23 May 2026
London Borough drainage requirements

Local borough requirements supplementing UK Building Regulations and SuDS guidance.

Blog 23 May 2026
BS EN 13476 (PVC-U pipes)

European Standard for unplasticised PVC pipes and fittings for non-pressure underground drainage.

Blog 23 May 2026
Conservation Area drainage requirements

Additional drainage controls applying to works in designated UK conservation areas.

Blog 23 May 2026
Build-over agreement

Sewerage undertaker consent for construction over or close to a public sewer.

Blog 23 May 2026
Building Regulations Part H

Statutory rules governing drainage and waste disposal in UK new builds and works.

Blog 23 May 2026
Section 60 notice

Control of Pollution Act 1974 notice limiting noise and working hours on construction sites.

Blog 23 May 2026
Approved Document H1 (foul water)

Guidance on the design of foul water drainage installations to satisfy Building Regulations.

Blog 23 May 2026
NICEIC certification

Industry certification scheme for UK electrical contractors, with drainage cross-reference.

Blog 23 May 2026
Approved Document H2 (wastewater treatment)

Guidance on small wastewater treatment systems and cesspools beyond mains sewer reach.

Blog 23 May 2026
Watersafe registration

UK accreditation scheme for plumbers and businesses competent to work on water supply systems.