UK -Building Regulations. Issue Building regulations contain the rules for building work in new and altered buildings to make them safe and accessible and limit waste and environmental damage.
People carrying out building work must usually arrange for their work to be checked by an independent third party to make sure that their work meets the required standards. Building regulations in the UK. The UK Government is responsible for the relevant legislation and administration in England, the Welsh Government is the responsible body in Wales, the Scottish Government is responsible for the issue in Scotland, and the Northern Ireland Executive has responsibility within its jurisdiction.
Changes in the Regulations[edit] From 1 January 2005 the term building work includes work on household electrics. Approved documents. Construction Permits in UK.