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When designing a new property, one of the most common questions we receive is: “Is Waste Water Heat Recovery (WWHR) mandatory?”The short answer is no – it isn’t a strict legal requirement. However, with the tightening of Building Regulations, including the Part L 2021 uplift and the upcoming  Future Homes Standard, WWHR has become one of the

A common question for developers and self-builders is whether a heat pump is now a mandatory requirement for new homes. The answer depends on which version of Part L Building Regulations your project must comply with. As the UK moves toward the Future Homes Standard, heat pumps are rapidly becoming the primary solution for achieving energy compliance. Part

What Air Test Score Do I Need for My New Build? | Part L 2026 GuideIf you are currently mid-build or planning a new project, understanding air permeability targets is critical for passing your final Building Control inspections.With the transition from Part L 2021 to the 2026 Future Homes Standard, the “pass” requirements are becoming more nuanced. Here

Are solar panels (PV) a legal requirement for new homes and commercial projects? The short answer is: it is increasingly likely, but it ultimately depends on which version of Part L Building Regulations your project must comply with.As the UK moves toward the Future Homes Standard, the requirements for onsite renewable energy are becoming much stricter. Here

Following the release of the long-awaited Future Homes Standard, the UK government has provided critical updates on the implementation of Building Regulations Part L 2026.With compliance getting tougher, understanding the “transition arrangements” is vital to avoid costly redesigns. Here is everything developers and architects need to know about the shift from Part L 2021 to