If I want to install a fixed, flueless, gas appliance such as a cooker or fire, will the building regulations apply?

Department: Environment Services
Division: Environment Services/Building Control

YES - But if you employ a CORGI (Council for Registered Gas Installers) registered installer, with the relevant competencies to carry out the work, you will not need to involve the building control department.  For further information on CORGI please call 01256 372200 or use the following link http://www.corgi-gas-safety.com/. 

The installer should follow the appliance manufacturer's instructions, or take other steps such as following the guidance in 'Installation and Maintenance of Flues and Ventilation for Gas Appliances (etc)'(BS 5440), so that adequate means of ventilation is available for dispersing the water vapour produced by the appliance to the outside air. 

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) provides two free leaflets on the hazards posed by domestic combustion appliances and how these can be safely managed - 'Gas appliances. Get them checked - keep them safe' and 'Landlords: A guide to landlord's duties'. If you have any concerns about the safety of your gas installations you should contact CORGI on 01256 372200 or use the link above. The HSE can be contacted on 020 77176000.