What are the Building Regulations?

The Building Regulations exist to ensure the health and safety of people in and around all types of buildings (ie domestic, commercial and industrial). They also cover energy conservation, and access to and use of buildings. The regulations apply to most new buildings and many alterations of existing buildings in England and Wales, whether domestic, commercial or industrial.

Building Regulations control:-

Standards for most aspects of a building's construction, including its structure, fire safety, sound insulation, drainage, ventilation and electrical safety.

Energy efficiency in buildings.

The needs of all people including those with disabilities. They set standards for buildings to be accessible and hazard-free wherever possible

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