Apr 5 2006
Housebuilders, developers and their design teams will receive free advice on compliance with the new Building Regulations from accredited SAP Assessors and other technical experts at the forthcoming Part L Seminar and Clinic being organised by the UK Timber Frame Association (UKTFA) on Thursday 18 May.
New Building Regulations for England and Wales relating to energy conservation and ventilation in new homes come into foce next month.
Timber frame is increasing in popularity as a construction method because of its suitability for modern buildings, and because it can help private and public sector housebuilders and developers comply with the new regulations so easily and cost-effectively.
Martin Milner, chairman of the UKTFA Technical Committee says: “Housebuilders want a simple solution to compliance, and one that won’t cost the earth – in all senses of the word! Achieving wall U-values as low as 0.25 is not a problem for timber frame construction, and our members can provide a design solution that will not lead to additional costs or increases in the foot print of the dwelling.”
The Part L Seminar and Clinic will include a discussion on the tried and tested timber frame systems currently available, and will allow delegates to book a consultancy session with SAP Assessors who can then advise on real situations, including the issues arising from the regulations and how these might impact on a new home’s proposed design and specification.
Delegates will also receive a copy of the UKTFA’s new technical guidance on Part L, produced by specialists at BRE and now available from the UKTFA website at www.timber-frame.org.