The current Building Regulations, (Building Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2012) came into operation on 31st October 2012. They set out technical requirements and are supported by a suite of guidance Technical Booklets published by the Department of Finance and Personnel Northern Ireland. There is no obligation to follow the methods or comply with the standards set out in the technical booklets. You may adopt any form of construction you wish, however you will have to demonstrate to the satisfaction of district councils that the requirements of the building regulations have been met. These booklets are specifically written for the use of individuals who have a sound knowledge of modern building techniques, terminology and practices.
Technical booklets are available to purchase from The Stationery Office or can be viewed via the links to the Department of Finance and Personnel below:
Technical Booklet B (Materials and workmanship) July 2013
Technical Booklet C (Site preparation and resistance to moisture) October 2012
Technical Booklet D (Structure) October 2012
Technical Booklet E (Fire Safety) October 2012
Technical Booklet F1 (Conservation of fuel and power in dwellings) October 2012
Technical Booklet F2 (Conservation of fuel and power in buildings other than dwellings) October 2012
Technical Booklet G (Resistance to the passage of sound) October 2012
Technical Booklet H (Stairs, ramps, guarding and protection from impact) October 2012.
Technical Booklet J (Solid waste in Buildings) October 2012
Technical Booklet K (Ventilation) October 2012
Technical Booklet L (Combustion appliances and fuel storage) October 2012
Technical Booklet N (Drainage) October 2012
Technical Booklet R (Access to and use of buildings) October 2012
Technical Booklet V (Glazing) October 2012
Further information can be obtained from:
Department of Finance NI - Energy performance of buildings in Northern Ireland
Department of Finance NI - Building Regulations and energy efficiency of buildings
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