High rise buildings guidance

The Building Safety Regulator is the Building Control Authority for building work relating to the following buildings:

• A residential building (2 or more residential units) with a top floor that is 18m or above ground level, or at least 7 storeys
• Hospitals or care homes with a top floor that is 18m or above ground level, or at least 7 storeys

If your project involves the erection, extension, or alteration of the above, then we cannot support you.

Please go to the Building Safety Regulator’s website for guidance and advice.