Category: Building Regulations
Building Regulations
Building Safety Bill & more
The end of July marked the second reading of the Building Safety Bill in the House of Commons. There were a number of new items …
Building Regulations
Industry reacts as government scraps EWS1 forms for buildings below 18 metres
Comment from Warwick estates… COO of Warwick Estates, Bethan Griffiths, commented: “Whilst we welcome the government’s about turn on deeming 800,000 affected flats now safe, …
Building Regulations
BSI welcomes Building Safety Bill
Following the publication of the Building Safety Bill today, I am sharing commentary from Scott Steedman, Director-General, Standards at BSI. He said: “We welcome the …
Building Regulations
Which Type of Building Survey is Best for Commercial Properties
Building surveys are often misunderstood by the general public as an unnecessary report relating to the purchase of a property. There’s also a misconception that …
Building Regulations
Government responds to consultation on amendments to the Architect’s Act
New proposals to recognise architects’ international qualifications Wider transformation of architects’ register to maintain standards Part of ongoing reforms to improve competence of professionals across …
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Fire Safety Bill finally due to become law
The Fire Safety Bill clarifies where responsibility for fire safety lies in multi-occupied buildings in England and Wales and is set to receive Royal Assent …
Building Regulations
Digital construction consultancy takes key role in industry alliance to implement Building Safety Bill
A digital construction consultancy is working with some of the country’s leading social housing organisations, architects and developers in a Government-led initiative to ensure there …
Building Regulations
5 Ways To Prevent Health Problems From Your Building
If your building makes employees experience sick building syndrome (SBS), it’s time for you to take this matter seriously. SBS is a condition where people …
Building Regulations
Garden buildings and the Party Wall Act
The Party Wall Act 1996 governs building work that affects a shared wall, boundary or structure between adjoining properties. It sets out the specific process …
Building Regulations
4 Ways To Guarantee Your Building Remains Durable In A Difficult Environment
When you’re working on the construction of a new property, it’s always important to think about durability. Some environments will make the creation of a …
