What are Building Regulations?
The Building Regulations is a statutory instrument enforceable
by law which lays down minimum standards of construction for all
types of buildings and covers such matters as:
- Damp proofing/Weather resistance
- Structural Stability
- Sound Insulation
- Ventilation
- Sanitary appliance/conveniences
- Drainage
- Stairs/Ramps
- Energy Conservation
- Access and use of Buildings
- Glazing
The Building Regulations apply to:-
- the erection of a building
- the extension of a building
- a "material alteration" of a building which includes such
works as underpinning and internal structural alterations and any
works which would adversely affect the means of escape in case of
fire
- the installation of controlled fittings e.g. sanitary and
heating appliances and replacement windows and external glazed
doors
- the change of use of a building
- the installation of cavity wall insulation
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