Part B - consultation on proposed amendments

18 July, 2005

ODPM has just published a consultation on proposals for amending Part B (Fire Safety) of the Building Regulations 2000 and Approved Document B.

There are no major changes planned but the proposals do include the use of sprinklers and door-closing devices and changes to the guidance on domestic loft conversions.

The document has been split into two volumes: Dwellings and Buildings other than Dwellings.

There are also various proposed changes to the guidance, mainly updating.

For a summary please see the HBF's briefing note.

The consultation and all associated documents can be found on the ODPM website.

You have until 18 November 2005 to respond.