Stay informed with the latest regulations, legislation, and industry standards affecting construction, roofing, coatings, and property maintenance. At Structivo, we work with specialist partners to ensure all works are fully compliant, sustainable, and up-to-date.
Awaab’s Law Comes Into Force – Faster Social Housing Repairs
Effective: October 27, 2025
Awaab’s Law requires social landlords to respond to serious housing hazards, including damp, mould, and leaks, within strict timeframes. Emergency hazards must be addressed within 24 hours, and significant damp or mould within 10 working days. These measures protect tenants, reduce long-term property damage, and ensure safer homes. The law will expand in 2026–2027 to cover additional housing hazards.
Fire Safety Compliance Updates – Approved Document B 2025/2026
Ongoing changes through 2026
Approved Document B (ADB) sets statutory fire safety guidance for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. Updates refine requirements for fire resistance, escape routes, and detection systems. Compliance is essential for designers, contractors, and building owners to reduce risk and meet the latest legal standards.
Build UK Common Assessment Standard v5 – Contractor Compliance
Effective: July 2025
The updated Build UK Common Assessment Standard v5.0 requires contractors to demonstrate competence and provide safety evidence under the Building Safety Act. This ensures project safety, reduces liability, and guarantees that specialist partners meet statutory requirements.
Sustainability and Energy Efficiency in Construction – 2025/2026
Sustainability regulations are increasingly affecting roofing, insulation, refurbishment, and building energy performance. Updates include EPC reforms, green roofing systems, efficient insulation standards, and lifecycle extension systems for metal roofs. Implementing these measures reduces carbon footprint, operational costs, and material waste.
Planning & Permitted Development Updates
Planning rules for commercial, industrial, and residential projects have been updated for 2025–2026. Changes affect permitted development rights, planning applications, and building regulation approvals. Structivo works with specialist partners to ensure feasibility studies, permitted development packages, and planning submissions are compliant and streamlined.
