Amendments to Part G of the Building Regulations (which covers water efficiency, hot-water safety and sanitation) have been delayed. They were due to come into effect on 1 October, but a notice from the Department for Communities & Local Government reports a postponent of six months to 6 April 2010.
The delay also affects the ‘Water efficiency calculator for new dwellings’, published in September. Its use is postponed to 6 April 2010.
Built environment professionals remain positive on future of Net Zero
A recent survey by global climate tech firm IES has revealed that nearly three-quarters of UK built environment professionals believe achieving a Net Zero built environment by 2050 is within reach.
BESA research suggests clients are yet to engage with new building safety regime
Construction clients are failing to engage with the new building safety regime, according to research carried out by the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA).
