Legal & Regulatory Compliance Flashcards
(31 cards)
What legislation applies to Party Wall works?
The Party Wall etc Act 1996.
What legislation applies to Dilapidations?
The Landlord and Tenant Act 1927
When undertaking Dilapidations work, what process would the courts expect you to follow?
The Pre-Action Protocol.
What RICS documentation applies to Party Wall works?
What RICS documentation applies to Dilapidations work?
What legislation applies to construction work from a health and safety perspective?
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015
What three types of structures does the Party Wall Act apply to?
Party Walls, Party Fence Walls and Party Structures
What three types of work does the Party Wall Act apply to?
What is the purpose of the Party Wall Act?
To allow building owners to undertake work which could otherwise be deemed as nuisance or trespass and to safeguard the adjoining owner from damage.
What are the different notice periods for works under the Party Wall Act?
What document would need to be in place for party wall works to be undertaken?
What information would be included within a Party Wall Award?
What is a schedule of condition?
Who is responsible for the production of a schedule of condition for party wall works?
How would you check whether you require planning permission?
What is permitted development?
What is the legislative hierarchy for legislation applicable to building works?
The Building Act 1984
The Building Regulations 2010
The Approved Documents
British Standards
What is the role of a Building Control Body?
Who can provide Building Regulations Approval?
The Local Authority or an Approved Inspector
Who would a Building Control Body enforce compliance?
Can you tell me about the The Building (Amendment) Regulations 2024?
What information is included within a schedule of dilapidations?
What’s a Scott Schedule?
Can you explain the difference between Use Class C2 (Residential Institution) and Use Class C3 (Residential Dwelling)?
