Domestic (April 2021 addendum) (Superseded. For use from 1 March 2021 to 31 May 2022)
Technical Handbook - 2020 - Domestic
Document Status
Withdrawn
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Technical Handbook - 2020 - Domestic
Abstract
The Domestic technical handbook provides practical guidance to meet building regulations requirements for the conservation of fuel and power, furthering sustainable development and ensuring the health, safety, welfare and convenience of people in and around buildings.
History
Superseded by Building standards technical handbook 2022: domestic on 1 June 2022. Was also partially superseded by Building standards technical handbook 2022: non-domestic buildings (Interim publication) (Scottish Government, 2022). Supersedes Scottish Government Technical Handbook - 2019 - Non-Domestic. Supersedes Scottish Government Technical Handbook - 2019 - Domestic. The April 2021 Addendum introduces two small but specific additional changes within Section 2 fire on the use of Category 3 MCM cladding and BS 8414 fire tests.
Subjects
- Building control
- Building control, Scotland
- Sustainable development
- Legal issues and management
- Special subject areas
- Planning and development
- Environmental issues/energy
- Environmental planning/land
- Energy efficiency/Energy Management
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.
Information
NBS
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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