Part L Building Regulations
The new Part L building regulations introduce a range of new efficiency standards for buildings, requiring a 30% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to 2013 standards and 27% for commercial buildings.
Part L also includes a new principal performance metric that measures energy efficiency. Buildings will have to meet certain standards if they want to meet the new carbon dioxide emissions targets, but this metric will be obsolete as the energy grid continues to decarbonise.
This interim implementation period will give the industry time to develop skills and capacity before the final version of the regulations is introduced in 2022.
There are many reasons why you should consider using renewable energy and other sustainable building techniques, including green energy. This is an increasingly important area of focus for the UK building industry and presents a great opportunity for new efficiencies and eco-friendly results.
If you are involved in building a new house or extension, it is vital for UK contractors to be aware of the new building standards regarding sustainability. Part L of the new UK Building Regulations 2022 aim to improve energy efficiency and fuel conservation.
Part F Building Regulations : Ventilation
If you are about to start constructing a new house, you will need to consider compliance with the Part F building regulations UK. Part F relates to the indoor air quality of a building.
Without it, a home could get overheated and unhealthy air can be breathed. To ensure good indoor air quality and comfort for the occupants, Part F must be complied with. This article will explain how to ensure that your home is compliant with Part F.
The new regulations aim to encourage energy efficiency. By 2050, greenhouse gas emissions from buildings must be net zero, which means the average home will produce between 75 and 80% less carbon dioxide than a current house.
Part F and Part L are closely linked. Both will introduce a change in heating and ventilation specifications. The new regulations are designed to reduce carbon emissions and will focus on energy efficiency. New homes will need to be airtight and thermally efficient.
To achieve good indoor air quality, Part F recommends advanced ventilation solutions. These include continuous mechanical extract ventilation, recirculating ventilation, and heat recovery. Natural ventilation will only be allowed in dwellings with a design air permeability greater than five m3/(m2/h).
Further, there will be additional standards for recirculating ventilation systems and the mandatory installation of CO2 monitors. Moreover, trickle vents will be required in replacement windows. Finally, ventilation guidelines will require attenuating background ventilators, and a new method to make sure ventilation isn’t compromised during energy efficiency improvements.
The new regulation for the building industry is being revised by the government. The proposed changes to Part L and F are a step in the future of energy efficiency standards. Future homes standard will be introduced by 2025 and aim to future-proof new homes with low carbon heating systems and high fabric efficiency standards.
Part F building regulations UK will incorporate amendments to approved documents and a new approved document Part O. Part O and Part S will cover overheating and electric car charging infrastructure, a collectively known as FLOS.
The changes to Part F of the Building Regulations will be implemented on 15 June 2022. This means that if you plan to start building work before that date, you will need to begin before then. Proper ventilation is crucial for the health of the occupants of a building.
Proper ventilation will prevent the need for ventilation units to be turned off or not turn on at all. If you’re thinking of building a new house or renovating an existing one, Part F will help you meet all these requirements.
New Part F building regulations will make ventilation in homes easier to meet. With changes to the regulations, home owners will be able to avoid condensation and improve air quality in their homes. With the right ventilation system, the building will meet the UK’s goal of zero-carbon homes.
Part O Building Regulations : Overheating
The new Approved Document Part O of the UK Building Regulations 2021 and 2022 addresses overheating in homes. The two methods for compliance are the simplified method which takes the area of glazing into account and compares it to the floor area.
The second method is the dynamic thermal analysis which uses fabric U-values to predict overheating risk and provide mitigation strategies. The new Part O requirements also require the design of new heating systems to achieve a maximum flow temperature of 55 degrees.
The new Building Regulations will also include a series of new energy and water efficiency measures for buildings. There will be stricter rules on the use of water, energy, and materials in buildings. These changes include a mandatory 30% reduction in carbon emissions for new homes, and a 27% cut in energy and water usage for all buildings.
Both of these measures have been implemented in response to public consultation. The government is working towards a Future Buildings Standard.
Part S Building Regulations : Electric Vehicles
New Part S building regulations for electric vehicles are set to come into effect in June 2022. These regulations aim to future-proof buildings and infrastructure, ensuring that they are ready for the EV market.
They will require that new buildings and major renovations have at least one EV charging point, providing at least seven kW of untethered power to a vehicle. This will increase the cost of developing a project.
New Regulation 2(5) of the Building Regulations 2010 inserts a new Part S into Schedule 1.
This Part covers charging points for electric vehicles and their cabling. It applies to new residential buildings and to those undergoing a significant renovation.
Part S amends regulation 8(1)(a) of the Building (Approved Inspectors etc.) Regulations 2010 to require approved inspectors to check compliance with the new regulations 44D to 44J.
