Construction Law Insights

The new Building Safety Act 2022

The Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA) is here. Along with the myriad of statutory instruments (Sls) and accompanying guidance, this new legislation will usher in the biggest swathe of regulatory changes to the UK built environment in almost 40 years (since the Building Act 1984 hit the statute books).

Getting Buildings ‘Fit for 55’

Further to our Overview of Fit for 55, we set out below a summary of the amendments to European Union (EU) legislation that will shape the built environment landscape and pave the way for EV charging and a smart metering infrastructure. These proposed amendments are required as it has been reported that the energy consumption of buildings needs to fall by 14%, and associated emissions by 60%, to meet Europe’s 2030 climate target.

‘Fit for 55’: a quick overview

The EU has set a binding target of achieving climate neutrality by 2050. This requires current greenhouse gas emission levels to drop substantially over the next decades. As an intermediate step towards climate neutrality, the EU has raised its 2030 climate ambition, committing to cutting emissions by at least 55% by 2030.

New consultations to raise energy efficiency standards in buildings in England and Wales

In the UK, different systems of property law operate in each jurisdiction (England & Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland).

New COVID-19 construction measures for NSW

On 31 July 2021, the New South Wales Government lifted the two week ‘pause’ on construction work on construction sites across Greater Sydney, other than in 8 local government areas.

Interpreting pre-commencement condition, post-permission material impermissible aid to interpretation (Patel v Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government)