Innovative products and Building Regulations

Building Research Technical Report 6/2006

Office of the Deputy Prime Minister, 2006
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Current

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Core Supplement

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Building Research Technical Report

Abstract

Sets out the findings of a project to review the processes by which innovative materials, components and structures are assessed for Building Regulations purposes. Nine case studies are presented in summary, and the findings of these are used to develop general conclusions and specific recommendations. It was postulated that the current system may be discriminating against innovations, that unsafe practices might be occurring, and that the administration of applications involving innovations was costly or onerous.

History

Also identified as BRE Certification Report 213-650.

Subjects

  • Legal issues and management
  • Building control
  • Building structure
  • Materials
  • Building control, England and Wales

Publisher History

The Office of the Deputy Prime Minister is now known as the Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG). Their publications included the Building Regulations Approved Documents, Planning Policy Guidance Notes, and technical reports and fact sheets covering a wide range of subjects within the built environment.

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NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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