Building Safety Act 2022 – General Information

The Building Safety Act 2022 introduced a new regulatory framework for the design, construction, and ongoing management of certain residential buildings in England.

The Act places enhanced duties on those responsible for higher-risk residential buildings and establishes the Building Safety Regulator, which oversees compliance with the new regime.

Key aspects of the legislation include:

  • New safety duties for accountable persons
  • Enhanced requirements for building safety management
  • Mandatory registration of higher-risk residential buildings
  • Ongoing assessment and reporting of building safety risks

Whether a building falls within the higher-risk category depends on statutory criteria, including height and use, and is determined in accordance with the legislation and guidance.

Authoritative government guidance on the Act is available here:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/the-building-safety-act

This information is provided for general awareness only and does not constitute legal or professional advice.