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Building Safety Update

17 April 2024

Proposing MP
Michael Gove Con
Surrey Heath
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the requirement for residential buildings over 18m in height to have more than one staircase for improved fire safety.

Action Requested

Government has published revised statutory guidance and transitional arrangements allowing existing projects until March 2028 to comply. Local authorities are expected to align with this national position on second staircases.

Key Facts

  • The government published updated guidance on 29 March 2024.
  • Consultation ran from 23 December 2022 to 17 March 2023.
  • A second staircase is required for buildings over 18m in height.
  • Transitional arrangements allow projects until 30 September 2026 to submit building regulations applications and until March 2028 to progress work on site.
  • Existing buildings will continue to be assessed under current safety standards.
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