Making Buildings Safer campaign

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Building Control Authority

BSR is the Building Control Authority in England for higher-risk buildings.

Find a useful FAQ guide on making building control applications, how the Building Control Authority works, and what BSR expects from industry.

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Building Assessment Certificates

Useful resources for Accountable and Principal Accountable Persons (APs/PAPs), including resident managed buildings, making an application for a Building Assessment Certificate.

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Understanding the golden thread

The purpose of the ‘golden thread’ is to have the right information in order to understand the building and steps needed to keep both the building and the people living in it safe.

Roles and responsibilities

The Building Safety Act 2022 identifies new roles and responsibilities for people and organisations responsible for the safety of occupied high-rise residential buildings in England.