Legal and Regs

Question 1

What are some of the key laws and regulations Building Surveyors must comply with?

Answer 1

Sustainable laws,
HSAWA
Building regulations
Planning
Environmental regulations such as EPC and MEES
Accessibility regulations- PART M BR

Question 2

What does the Building Act 1984 outline?

Answer 2

Outlines the requirements for building regulations – Approved documents
Building control,
Demolition
Planning
Alterations
Extensions
Enforcement and offences.

Question 3

How do the Building Regulations 2010 provide technical guidance?

Answer 3

Standards and specification
Detailed technical guidance on how to meet the requirements
Achieving the desired outcomes
Compliance – multiple ways to achieve compliance .
Illustrations
Regular updates.

Question 4

What are the implications of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 on construction projects?

Answer 4

To improve H&S within the industry-
Roles and responsibilities to duty holders.
Planning and coordination – H&S
Risk management
PCI information
H*S file
Competence and training to staff.
F10 notices

Question 5

Why is compliance with Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) crucial for refurbishment projects?

Answer 5

1. Legal requirement
2. Energy efficiency and cost savings
3. Marketability and value
4. Future proofing
5. Social, economic and environmental responsibility
6. Occupant comfort.

Question 6

How do these regulations reduce carbon emissions and meet energy effi-ciency requirements?

Answer 6

Sets out minimum energy performance standard such as minimum EPC

Question 7

What are the legal requirements for construction, alteration, and mainte-nance outlined in the Building Act 1984?

Answer 7

Building control or an approved building control inspector will need to en-sure compliance has been met.

1. Building regulations
2. Approval of plans
3. Notices and inspections by BC
4. Compliance notices.
5. Dangerous buildings.
6. penalties.

Question 8

In what ways does a Building Surveyor ensure health and safety during construction projects?

Answer 8

1. Compliance with regulations
2. PCI/ planning
3. Health and safety assessments
4. Safety inspections
5. Communication
6. Documentation and reporting.

Question 9

What are some consequences of not complying with the Building Regula-tions 2010?

Answer 9

Legal penalties – fines – prosecution
Rectification costs for non-compliance
Delays and disruption
Unsafe conditions
Reputational risks
Insurance exclusions
Difficulty when selling or letting the property
Non-compliant building certificates

Question 10

Could you explain more about the links between planning regulations and disability access?

Answer 10

Building regulations Part M – Category 3 wheel chair access.
Equaliteis act 2010
Access statements