BUILDING REGULATION COMPLIANCE SURVEYS

A building regulation  compliance survey, often referred to as a due diligence check, is conducted to ensure that the actual construction matches the plans and specifications that were approved by the authorities.

What our Building Regulation Survey covers ?

Here’s a breakdown of what our  building regulation survey covers:

  1. On-Site Inspection: Inspectors visit the property to compare the actual construction with the approved drawings and specifications. This involves detailed examination of the building’s dimensions, materials, and techniques used, ensuring compliance with Cyprus building standards.

  2. Identification and Documentation of Discrepancies: Any elements of the construction that do not match the approved plans are identified and documented. This could include variations in dimensions, materials, building techniques, or entire features that were not built according to the approved drawings. Given Cyprus’s specific regulatory environment, attention is paid to local construction practices and materials.

  3. Compliance Check: We identify and document any elements that do not comply with local town planning and/or building regulations specific to Cyprus. 

  4. Reporting Non-Compliance: Instances of non-compliance are reported, along with recommendations for rectification or further actions needed to address the non-compliant elements. This helps in taking corrective measures promptly, tailored to the regulatory framework in Cyprus.

  5. Density Factors and Planning Regulations: The survey includes an investigation of density factors and current planning regulations of the area in Cyprus. This helps in examining the possibility of further additions or modifications to the existing buildings, ensuring they comply with the area’s specific planning rules and guidelines.

  6. Comments on Title Deeds: The survey also involves reviewing and commenting on the title deeds, ensuring that the property’s legal documentation aligns with its physical and regulatory status as per Cypriot law.

In summary, a building regulation survey  is a comprehensive process that ensures the construction matches approved plans, complies with all relevant local regulations, and maintains high standards of safety and quality. This ensures that properties meet the unique requirements of the Cypriot market.

Frequently asked questions

No, a Building Regulation Survey and a Homebuyer’s Survey are different. While a Building Regulation Survey focuses on compliance with building regulations, a Homebuyer’s Survey is a general inspection of the property’s condition, highlighting potential defects and maintenance issues. 

The duration of a Building Regulation Survey depends on the size and complexity of the property. Typically, it takes a few hours to a day to complete the inspection, and the final report may be delivered within 5 working days.

It’s best to commission a Building Regulation Survey before purchasing a property, starting significant renovations, or constructing a new building. Identifying compliance issues early on can save you time, money, and potential legal troubles in the future.

Access to the property, a set of approved drawings, the building permit of the property, the certificate of final approval and the title deeds of the property.

  • If you are concerned about the property’s  compliance with local regulations, a Building Regulation Survey is appropriate.
  • If you want a more comprehensive assessment of the property’s structure and potential issues, a Building Structural Survey is recommended.

For home buyers is recommended to execute both surveys.

Both surveys aim to identify potential issues, but they cannot guarantee the absence of all problems. However, they significantly reduce the risk of unidentified issues and provide valuable insights for decision-making.