Validation Checklist - List 1

3ziv Structural Survey

Required for a structural survey will be required in the following circumstances:
• The demolition or conversion of listed buildings
• Conversion of buildings in the countryside to any other use (including commercial, tourism and residential), to demonstrate that they are capable of conversion without major alterations or rebuilding.

A report and/or appraisal of the building or structure by a suitably qualified professional such as a Structural Engineer/Chartered Building Surveyor or Architect. This should include each of the following where appropriate:
• General description and age of building;
• Condition - structural integrity, foundations, damp proofing, walls, joinery, timbers, roof structure and roof covering;
• Assessment of repairs necessary to ensure retention of the building;
• Assessment of structural and other alterations necessary to implement the proposed conversion;
• Assessment of percentage of building that needs to be rebuilt - including walls and timbers;
• Opinion as to the suitability of building for proposed conversion;
• Photographs are often helpful but not essential;
• A schedule of works necessary to preserve the building;
• A schedule of works necessary to carry out the applicant’s proposals (including those necessary to meet building regulation approval).

Policy Driver and where to get more advice: Policy RA17 of the Welwyn Hatfield District Plan 2005. Policy SP25 of the Draft Local Plan Proposed Submission, August 2016. National Planning Policy Framework.