Episode 89 - Building Safety Act (Part 1)

The Building Safety Act is examined, focusing on how it changes the application process and the duties it imposes on various stakeholders. The discussion differentiates between requirements for all projects versus those specific to high-risk buildings, defined as those with at least two residential units exceeding 18 meters or seven stories. Key changes include the introduction of new duty holders like the client, principal designer, and principal contractor, all of whom must demonstrate competence and ensure compliance with building regulations. The roles and responsibilities of the Principal Designer are compared to those of a CDM Principal Designer across RIBA stages. The episode also touches on the RIBA's new Principal Designer Register and the implications of the Act for smaller-scale domestic projects.