Verification - continuation of special measures guidance during COVID-19

Letters to Chief Executives of Verifiers A34450060

Scottish Government, 2021
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Letters to Chief Executives of Verifiers

Abstract

Provides guidance for local authorities on special measures relating to the continuation of building standards during the COVID-19 pandemic, looking at the challenges faced, and how a flexible approach will allow building standards to continue. The grace period has been extended to 30 September 2022, with a review scheduled in the summer. Also includes updated guidance is included for: the hospitality and healthcare sectors, building warrant duration and deemed refusal, occupation of new buildings, remote verification inspection and certification.

History

Letter to Local Authorities issued 21 October 2021. Consolidates, updates and replaces 18 documents with guidance relating to special measures during COVID-19 issued by Scottish Government.

Subjects

  • Building control
  • Building control, Scotland
  • Legal issues and 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.

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