Deciding on sustainable, environmentally efficient construction is no longer simply
a question of conscience. The UK Government is putting in place strategies that
will aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, particularly carbon dioxide, which
research has proved to be a major contributing factor to global warming. One such
strategy involves the long awaited modification to Part L1 of the Building Regulations,
which came into effect in April 2002. These amendments insist upon the calculation
of a Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) Rating for all new dwellings and those
converted through material change of use. The requirements also necessitate that
the Rating is displayed in the property upon completion. The regulations were amended in 2006 with the introduction of Approved Document L1A for New Build and L1B for Existing Homes including Extensions. If you require advice on any area of compliance or seek general information on SAP ratings call a member of our support team on 0871 8733117. |