Statutory guidance

Site preparation and resistance to contaminates and moisture: Approved Document C

Building regulation in England for the condition of the ground upon which a building is to be built.

From:
Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government and Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (2018 to 2021)
Published
3 September 2013

Documents

Ref: ISBN 978 1 85946 509 7

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Ref: ISBN 978-1-4098-4805-9

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Since April 2023, the Building Safety Regulator has a duty under the Building Safety Act 2022 to keep under review the safety and standards of all buildings in England, which includes advising government on updates to the Approved Documents.

The current edition covers the clearance or treatment of unsuitable material, resistance to contaminants and sub-soil drainage. Information on the resistance to moisture of floors, walls and roofs is included, with examples of damp proofing and ventilation provisions.

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