Guide to conversion of traditional buildings

Scottish Government, 2026
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Current

Supplement

Core Supplement

Abstract

Relates to traditional buildings, supplying guidance relating to their conversion.

History

Supersedes April 2026 edition (Interim), 'Guide for practitioners 6: Conversion of traditional buildings: Application of the Scottish building standards: Part 1: Principles and practice' and 'Guide for practitioners 6: Conversion of traditional buildings: Application of the Scottish building standards: Part 2: Application' (SBSA, 2007). August 2026 edition. First published August 2026. Version 1.0 dated August 2026. Applies to Scotland only - see page 1 for further information and document version control information. Produced by the Building Standards Division, Scottish Government and Historic Environment Scotland.

ISBN

9781807753788

Subjects

  • Building types
  • Housing/residential facilities
  • Rehabilitation and conversion, housing
  • Building structure
  • Historic buildings
  • Legal issues and management
  • Building control
  • Building maintenance
  • Restoration
  • Building control, Scotland

Publisher History

The Scottish Government is the devolved government for Scotland. It is responsible for most of the issues of day-to-day concern to the people of Scotland, including health, education, justice, rural affairs, and transport. Previously known as the Scottish Executive.

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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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