The Building Act (UK)

The Building Act 1984 is UK legislation that sets out the rules and responsibilities for constructing, altering, and maintaining buildings to ensure safety, health, and environmental standards. It establishes a framework for building regulations, planning permissions, and enforcement, requiring the involvement of local authorities and professionals like architects and engineers. The Act aims to create safe, accessible, and sustainable buildings by outlining procedures and standards that builders and developers must follow during construction projects. It also provides mechanisms for compliance, inspections, and corrective measures to protect the public and the built environment.