MFA Building Control Procedures
1. The Architects Submission
An architect or agent submits plans suitable for building
control purposes, including a site plan not less than 1:1250 in scale.
(a) One copy of plans is normally required.
(b) The agent should provide details of the Local Authority together with
the applicants name and address if different to that shown on plans.
(c) Plans can be sent to our office by post or e-mailed to
info@mfa.uk.com, we can accept plans in
PDF or AutoCAD format.
(d) There are no fees to pay at this stage.
2. Receipt of Application
MFA will immediately:-
(a) notify the Local Authority that Private Building Control is being used.
(b) Write to applicant giving terms and conditions, our inspection
notification framework and inform them of our charges.
(c) Consult with the Fire Brigade for non domestic applications.
(d) Check that there are no public sewers that could affect the project.
(e) If there are any major problems MFA will contact the agent immediately.
3. Plans Approval
Once the Local Authority have accepted our notice MFA will
either approve plans or contact the agent requesting amendments. This
normally is within about a week or so of receiving the submission. The
approvals go to the agent.
4. Commencement
Once work starts on site the applicant should notify MFA to
arrange for the necessary inspections. MFA will carry out all “urgent”
inspections on day of notification if received before 10.00 am. However we
do appreciate as much notice as possible. The applicant is invoiced for fees
at this stage.
5. Completion
Once the project has been satisfactorily completed a Final
Certificate will be issued to:-
(a) The Client
(b) The Local Authority
(c) The Fire Authority (where appropriate)
Unlike Local Authorities approved inspectors must issue a Final Certificate
for each project completed and occupied.
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