Approved Document L - Conservation of fuel and power and minimisation of greenhouse gas emissions. Volume 2: Buildings other than dwellings: consultation version - December 2023
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Abstract
The 2023 future homes consultation looks at changes to Part 6, Part L and Part F of building regulations, relating to conservation of fuel and power and ventilation in dwellings and non-domestic buildings, as well as looking at previous changes relating to overheating contained in Part O. This draft Approved Document L includes various changes to update the existing guidance relating to improving energy efficiency, and reducing carbon emissions in new homes and non-domestic buildings.
History
Issued: 13/12/2023. Consultation closes: 27 March 2024. The consultation package comprises: the consultation document, 2 impact assessments, a notional buildings specification, smart meter installation guidance, draft AD L1, this draft AD L2, and draft AD F1. Forms part of the: Future Homes and Buildings Standards: 2023 consultation (DLUHC, 2023)
Subjects
- Building control, England
- Energy efficiency/Energy Management
- Legal issues and management
- Special subject areas
- Ventilation/condensation/damp
- Environmental issues/energy
- Thermal insulation
- Building control
Publisher History
Now known as the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG). The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) was a UK Government department with responsibility for communities throughout the UK, with local investment supporting growth, creating jobs, delivering housing, overseeing local government, planning and building safety. They were previously known as the MHCLG, the Department for Communities and Local Government, the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister, and the Department for Transport and Local Government.
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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