Statutory guidance

Material and workmanship: Approved Document 7

Building regulation for England setting out the standards of the building materials and skills used.

• From: Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government and Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (2018 to 2021)
• Published: 3 January 2013
• Last updated: 29 November 2018 — See all updates

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Approved Document 7: material and workmanship

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2018 amendment to Approved Document 7: material and workmanship

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Details

Since April 2023, the Building Safety Regulator has a duty under the Building Safety Act 2022 to keep under review the safety and standards of all buildings in England, which includes advising government on updates to the Approved Documents.

The requirement for carrying out building work using the proper materials and in a workmanlike manner.

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Published 3 January 2013

Last updated 29 November 2018 + show all updates

1. 29 November 2018

   Added 2018 amendment to Approved Document 7: material and workmanship

2. 3 January 2013

   First published.