Water efficiency calculator for new dwellings: The Government's national calculation methodology for assessing water efficiency in new dwellings in support of: The Code for sustainable homes, May 2009 and subsequent versions, The Building regulations 2000 (as amended) and The Building (approved inspector etc.) regulations 2000 (as amended)

Department for Communities and Local Government, 2009
Water efficiency calculator for new dwellings: The Government's national calculation methodology for assessing water efficiency in new dwellings in support of: The Code for sustainable homes, May 2009 and subsequent versions, The Building regulations 2000 (as amended) and The Building (approved inspector etc.) regulations 2000 (as amended) Download document

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Current

Supplement

Core Supplement

Abstract

Describes the water calculation methodology to assess whole house potable water consumption and ultimately the water efficiency of new dwellings as part of the compliance to meet water performance targets set out in Building regulations Part G and the Code for sustainable homes. Includes calculation tables.

History

September 2009 edition, replaces May 2009 edition.

ISBN

9781409813781

Subjects

  • Environmental planning/land
  • Doors
  • Sanitary/hygiene/cleaning fittings
  • Special subject areas
  • Environmental issues/energy
  • Sustainable development
  • Residential development
  • Windows and doors
  • Planning and development
  • Other planning disciplines
  • Building services
  • Liquid/gas supply
  • Fittings and equipment
  • Water supply
  • Green issues/sustainability/green buildings

Publisher History

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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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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