Building Safety Act 2022

The Grenfell Tower tragedy in 2017 led to a comprehensive review of safety practices and legislation within the property and construction industry.

In response, the Building Safety Act 2022 was introduced as a landmark statute being part of a wide ranging reform to the management of building safety standards with the aim of preventing a repeat of the events of 2017.

Our dedicated Building Safety Team includes experts covering construction, regulatory and insurance law. The team regularly advises on the new building safety regime as it affects clients seeking to navigate the complexities of the new laws and regulations and to ensure compliance with new stringent practices and procedures.

Building Safety Act Solicitor Colin Jones

Meet the team

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Obligations under the Building Safety Act 2022

Although much initial focus has, quite rightly, been on tall residential buildings, the Building Safety Act 2022 affects all building projects, both residential and mixed use, and of varying sizes. It also relates to both existing and future structures and therefore has significant implications for all property and construction professionals whether you are building, managing, buying or selling a property.

Taking time to understand the Act is crucial to make sure you are fully aware of your responsibilities. The changes are broad but include a new Regulator, and a New Homes Ombudsman scheme to provide additional support with home defects. Similarly, new legislation now applies to all construction products marketed within the UK. The Act also extends the time limits for prosecutions and claims, as well as extending the length of new home warranties.

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Navigating the implications of the Building Safety Act

Having only recently been implemented, it can be difficult to find industry guidance on the Building Safety Act. And even with guidance, new procedures can be complex, often requiring an in-depth knowledge of the Act to fully understand them.

To ensure our clients fully understand their duties and responsibilities under the Act, we provide a range of services and support, drawing on specialists in different areas of law as necessary. Our cross-service Building Safety team includes specialists in construction, real estate development, risk and regulatory matters.

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Our specialist Building Safety Act legal services

With an experienced team of specialists who have been following the developments of the Building Safety Act closely, we make sure our clients understand the Act, how it applies to them and their obligations under it.

Our services include updating key documentation including terms, contracts, fee proposals and any other relevant documents to ensure they reflect the requirements of the Act. We also support clients to implement internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance and provide bespoke training sessions to make sure your team understands the Act and its requirements.

We work closely with landlords and tenants, advising on liabilities and protections when a building has been identified as at risk. For property investors, we offer tailored advice on assessing risks and potential liabilities when buying or selling high-risk buildings. In collaboration with our real estate disputes and insurance, risk and regulatory teams, we also assist clients considering a building safety claim or defending against one. Our comprehensive support allows clients to navigate this complex legal landscape with confidence.

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