Good News for Building Regulations?

HSE, as the Building Safety Regulator (BSR), is set to undertake a fundamental review of how building regulations guidance is produced, updated and communicated to the construction industry.

Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner announced the review of guidance to the building regulations known as the Approved Documents during last week’s Commons debate on the Grenfell Inquiry Phase 2 report.

Approved Documents provide detailed guidance for builders, architects and other professionals on how to meet functional requirements of building regulations. However, concerns have previously been raised about them being overly complex and difficult to use.

This review is a vital step toward:

• simplifying guidance

• making compliance easier

• improving safety and quality in construction

Find out more about the review of building regulations guidance

Good News for Building Regulations - last updated 12.12.24