Technical Resources

2012 consultation on changes to the Building Regulations in England: Section two - Part L (Conservation of fuel and power)

This consultation paper sets out the detailed proposals on Parts L, and is Section two of four, relating to the 2012 Building Regulations consultation exercise.

It includes proposals for tighter carbon dioxide emission standards for new homes and non-domestic buildings, to take the next step towards 'zero carbon' standards, plus tighter performance standards for works to existing buildings. The paper also contains proposals to introduce, on a phased basis requirements for additional energy efficiency improvements to be carried out when other specified works (e.g. extensions) are planned, and Green Deal finance is available as an option to meet the up-front costs.

The other consultation sections cover the following:

• Section one- Introduction to the consultation package and proposals on Parts A, B, C, K, M and N, Access Statements, security, Changing Places toilets and Regulation 7
• Section three- Part P (Electrical safety- dwellings)
• Section four- the building control system.

NOTE:  There are two questionnaires on the Part L changes:

• Response Form 1 relates to the proposals for additional 'consequential' improvements in existing buildings.

CIBSE submissions deadline 19 March 2012, Government submissions deadline 27 March 2012

• Response Form 2 covers the remaining changes.                                                                                                                     

CIBSE submissions deadline 20 April 2012, Government submissions deadline 27 April 2012

Consultation Documents

• Section 2: Part L Consultation proposals
• Section 2: Part L Proposed Changes to Technical Guidance 

Supporting Documents

• Impact Assessment