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What is the Building Safety Act?
The Building Safety Act 2022 is a landmark piece of legislation, aimed at overhauling the safety regulations for buildings in the UK. It was introduced in response to the Grenfell Tower fire tragedy and aims to ensure that occupiers are better protected from building safety defects.
Occupier Insights webinar
Our experts will provide valuable guidance on navigating the new regulatory landscape and ensuring compliance with the Act. Topics to be covered include:
- Scope and impact on retail spaces: Understanding what sort of buildings are affected by the Building Safety Act and how this may affect the design, construction, and management of retail spaces, including compliance requirements for higher-risk buildings.
- Service charge implications: Exploring the restrictions on landlords from passing the cost of remedying building safety risks through service charges, and what this means for commercial occupiers and retailers.
- Accountable person responsibilities: Clarifying the duties of the accountable person in ensuring building safety, particularly in mixed-use properties that include retail spaces, and practical steps for compliance.
Speakers
- Rachel Lawler - Partner, Real Estate
- David McNeice - Partner and Global Co-Head of Infrastructure, Construction and Energy
- Greg Wood - Senior Associate, Real Estate