Building Regulations 2000, Schedule 1 Part C (Site preparation and resistance to contaminants and moisture): New documents containing revised guidance on radon protective measures in new buildings, extensions and refurbishment projects

Department for Communities and Local Government, 2008
Building Regulations 2000, Schedule 1 Part C (Site preparation and resistance to contaminants and moisture): New documents containing revised guidance on radon protective measures in new buildings, extensions and refurbishment projects Download document

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Abstract

Updated guidance by the BRE and HPA/BGS concerning the areas of England and Wales requiring protective measures against radon for new buildings, which are much wider than previously considered. Revisions to Approved Document C will be made in due course.

History

Refers to: "Radon: guidance on protective measures for new buildings", Publication BR 211, BRE (2007). "Indicative atlas of radon in England and Wales", Health Protection Agency (HPA) and British Geological Survey (BGS), 2007 (due to copyright restrictions this document is not included within The Construction Information Service). Divisional Circular Letter published 7 July 2008.

Subjects

  • Special subject areas
  • Environmental issues/energy
  • Pollution/waste disposal/contaminated land
  • Radon gas

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Now known as the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. The Department for Communities and Local Government is a UK Government department that works to create thriving, sustainable, vibrant communities that improve everyone's quality of life. This includes housing, improving public services, regeneration, sustainability and the prevention of anti-social behaviour. They were formerly known as the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister.

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