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Making Buildings Safer
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BSR becomes standalone body in landmark step towards single construction regulator.

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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.

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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.

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Resources

Useful, shareable content designed to bring to life important detail and information about the new building safety regime.

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Residents information

Everyone should be safe and feel safe in their own homes. If you’re a resident and want to understand your rights you can find more information here.

Building safety guidance and resources

Information about Building safety guidance and resources

A to Z of building safety

A to Z glossary of building safety terms and organisations

Updates from the Building Safety Regulator

Keep up to date with the new regulator with our e-bulletin.

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