Building Regulations 2000: Approved Documents L1B Conservation of fuel and power in existing dwellings (2010 edition) (includes index)
Publication Year
2010
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Deals with the following requirement; L1B Conservation of fuel and power in existing dwellings.
Document History
Came into effect 1 October 2010 and replaces the 2006 edition (ODPM). Changes introduced by this 2010 edition include: legal requirements - tightening up of energy efficiency provision exemption for extensions, addition to list of work in schedule 2B to include thermal insulation in a roof/loft space in certain circumstances. Technical guidance changes include strengthening of energy efficiency standards relating to thermal elements, controlled fittings and controlled services in existing dwellings. Consideration is given to historic and traditional buildings which may have exemption from energy efficiency requirements or if special considerations apply. Guidance for conservatory or porch extensions that do not have exemptions from energy efficiency requirements. Guidance has been expanded for renovation of thermal element through provision of a new layer or replacement of existing layer and guidance for swimming pool basins in existing dwellings. Includes index.
ISBN
9781859463253
Publisher Information
Department for Communities and Local Government
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