This ninth edition of the most popular and trusted guide to the building regulations reflects all the latest amendments to the Building Regulations, Planning Permission and the Approved Documents in England and Wales. In particular, this includes coverage of the new Approved Document Q on Security and a second part to Approved Document M which divides the regulations for "dwellings" and "buildings other than dwellings". A new chapter has been added to incorporate these changes and make the book more user friendly.
Giving practical information throughout on how to work with (and within) the regulations, this book enables compliance in the simplest and most cost-effective manner possible. The no-nonsense approach of Building Regulations in Brief cuts through the confusion and explains the meaning of the regulations; consequently it has become a favourite for anyone involved in the building industry or studying at college or university, as well as those planning to have work carried out in their home.