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The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) has allocated additional resources to speed up the process of Building Control applications. In a statement, the BSR said it had received an “unexpected increase in applications” for high-rise residential project approval. Since April, all new high-rise residential buildings require approval from the BSR before construction can start. The BSR has identified problems with shortfalls in the detail submitted by applications. A spokesperson told Construction News: “Our statement sets out that a large number of applications received have not consistently met the standards now expected - where compliance with the building regulations is demonstrated, evidenced and clear upfront. Applicants can do their bit to ensure a smooth engagement with the BSR by submitting high-quality applications, which demonstrate clear compliance with the regulations, and that contain all the information required.” Façade design is a critical area of safety in submitting Building Control applications. To demonstrate compliance, projects should show evidence that all façade elements meet the necessary Euroclass fire safety ratings, from cladding to breather membranes. For guidance on best practice and compliance in high-rise façade systems, please contact our Building Team on 01347 825200 or info@itpltd.com You can also find comprehensive guidance on our website: https://lnkd.in/dyzpAB2R https://lnkd.in/e6CAWtyM #facadedesign #buildingsafety #fireprotection #facades #buildingcontrol

A Guide to Different Types of Construction Projects https://lnkd.in/dfT4q3cT #typesofconstructionprojects

NSW’s new Building Commissioner James Sherrard has officially started in his role leading the state’s first dedicated building and construction regulator. In his first week in the job, as the Building Commission NSW marks its one-year anniversary, Mr Sherrard has set out his priorities to underpin industry oversight and compliance, backed by a growing team of more than 450 people. His focus builds on the success of the regulator in restoring quality and public confidence, while looking towards further industry reform: • Developing and introducing building reforms to support strong regulation, industry productivity, and consumer protection. • Increasing construction compliance and building quality to support the 2029 National Accord housing target. • Support further education on how quality construction can save practitioners time and money. • Setting clear expectations of ‘what good looks like’ through industry education, and examples of rated developers and good standard projects. Building Commission NSW was established by the Minns Labor Government on 1 December 2023 and is marking its first anniversary by reflecting on 12 months of compliance, innovation, and reform including: • Inspecting around 1,400 buildings across metropolitan and regional NSW, focusing on home building and residential apartments. • Publishing a library of the most common defects to help practitioners identify and fix issues early, better protecting consumer investments and saving builders time and money. • Building a more dedicated regional presence, starting with inspectors based locally in the Illawarra. • Using data and intelligence to focus attention on riskier licence renewals and applications. A prime example of the Building Commission NSWs work was a recent concrete quality safety blitz which unearthed defects in 12 buildings across four major metropolitan regions. Click on the link to read more:- (https://lnkd.in/gdCiiC7P)

In the fast-paced world of construction and property development, a crucial but often overlooked aspect is the final cleaning phase before a project is handed over. This is where commercial builders cleans come into play, providing a specialized service that ensures new buildings are not only structurally sound but also aesthetically immaculate. The benefits of engaging professional builders cleaning services are manifold, ranging from ensuring safety and compliance to enhancing the overall appeal of the property. Here, we delve into the key advantages of commercial builders cleans.

⚠️ If you haven’t already, be sure to read Nathan Hooper’s featured article in Construction News for his thoughts on what the recent changes to guidance on second staircases may mean for real estate professionals, as well as key insights on the new rules and more. 🦺👇 https://lnkd.in/epPj9CXT #BuildingRegulations #FireSafety #ProjectManagement

A great summary below from our construction team of the Government's announced building regulations. The changes appear to signal a move towards a more flexible building consent regime, but the exact parameters of the regulations and how they play out in real terms will determine their effectiveness. p.s. 600 days to build a house!?

I was pleased to be featured in Construction News for an article discussing what the recent changes to guidance on second staircases may mean for the real estate industry. These key insights explain the new rules and offer practical solutions on how best to navigate them. Find more details and the full article here: https://lnkd.in/ek37sYTx #BuildingRegulations #FireSafety #ProjectManagement Hollis

NEW BLOG | A plan to boost construction industry capacity to deliver 1.5 million homes Simon Barrow details how government can make the most of the existing skills in the housing sector to deliver its construction ambitions https://lnkd.in/eJ59VkUV

Thorough Building Safety Regulator applications are the order of the day! Construction companies are already being delayed significantly due to going through the 3 gateways on High Risk Buildings. Heres a warning... and if not heeded is leading to further delays on your applications. Premcrete have set up an early engagement team to support you with your project specific design submissions, alongside Riba Stage 4. Dont let a poorly detailed design slow down your application or lead to rejection! Read the article below 👇 Heres a key snippet that got my attention; “While in part this backlog has been due to an unexpected increase in applications coming into BSR, we are also experiencing high numbers of applications which are incomplete or are unclear, making them unsuitable for approval.” The spokesperson added that, as of 16 September, the BSR has invalidated or rejected more than 40 per cent of 808 applications for HRB building-control approval because they were incomplete or failed to demonstrate full compliance with building regulations. They said: “Applications that are invalidated and rejected still require much of the same process and resources as those which are validated and approved. “Clear and comprehensive applications enable us to make informed decisions more quickly, reducing the risk of delays and ensuring compliance with building-control standards.”

🏡🏗️ Who and what will The Building Safety Act 2022 apply to? 🤔👇 The act initially applied to all high-rise residential #buildings in England over 18 metres in height, but new secondary legislation under the #Building Safety Act 2022 introduced the new building control regime for all buildings from 1 October 2023. This impacts building owners, managers, and professionals in the #construction industry and includes homeowners, #designers, and #contractors. This includes #loft conversions, #extensions, internal structural alterations, attached garages and garage #conversions. Find out more about how the act effects you 👇 https://lnkd.in/ePBQQW8g #homeimprovement #homeowners #buildingsafetyact #buildingsafety