Get up to date with the new building regulations in the UK

Building Regulations are Changing in England

On the 20^th Dec 2012 the Government announced key changes to the Building Regulation ensuring clearer and concise documents.

New approved Documents are:

Approved Document K – Protection from falling, collision and impact. 2013 edition (for use in England) takes effect 6th April 2013
Approved Document P – Electrical safety – Dwellings 2013 edition (for use in England) takes effect 6^th April 2013
Approved Document 7 – Materials and workmanship to support Regulation 7. 2013 edition (for use in England) takes effect 1^st July 2013

Significant changes have been made to:

Approved Document M – Access to and use of buildings. 2004 edition incorporating 2010 and 2012 amendments
Approved Document B – Fire Safety, Volume 1 Dwellinghouses. 2006 edition incorporating 2010 and 2013 amendments
Approved Document B – Fire Safety, Volume 2 Buildings other than Dwelling houses. 2006 edition incorporating on 2010 and 2013 amendments

Do have a look at the following web pages for up to date information on approved documents.

For further information about the changes:

How to access the Approved Documents: