The consultation identifies key concepts and proposals which are different to theproposals for England -
Delayed Implementation Dates – introduction of parts in 2013, 2014 and 2015
– reducing the impact on SME’s, Housing market and the Building Industry
Increased efficiency Targets – up to 40% increase in targets (housing) and
20% on non-domestic
New Target method for Non-domestic using a split approach – e.g. 10% fabric
and 10% renewables
New Target method for Housing – split approach as above with Guidance on
the need for Generation to meet targets (PV used as example – e.g. 30% of
foundation area required)
New Aggregate approach for different Housing types (Detached / Terrace /
Flat / Semi)
Removal of Planning Requirements for Code for Sustainable Homes and
BREEAM to simplify requirements and approval
Consequential improvements – new criteria for application and simple process
for Domestic works – will now apply to all buildings (previously over 1000m2)
New Modelling Software - new Versions of SAP and SBEM for Wales
(cSAPw and cSBEMw)
www.2013walesncm.bre.co.uk
Improved standards for Extensions and refurbishments – links to Green
Deal
Design Guidance – simple “recipes” for compliant solutions - and model design
documents
Advanced integration of modelling different building types (domestic and
non-domestic) to balance impact
Sympathetic approach to fuel type – not penalising off grid development
Tougher “backstop” U values and new efficiency standards for services
Introduction of TPEC – Target Primary Energy target – to prevent
“Greenwashing” (*Wales will not be using FEES as in England)
Permitting “domestic style” commercial buildings to have alternative and
simpler guidance
Home improvements – simple upgrade checklist – window and boiler
replacement
Explanations of the Notional and SAP model software standard to compare
designs and appreciate areas requiring improved performance
4 New Approved Documents with a new format based on work type – e.g. new
build / extension / refurbishment / repairs etc.
Requirement for “quick start guide” for domestic occupiers information
Training – education – information programme to ensure industry and
stakeholder awareness
Flowcharts for compliance
Definitions of Delivered / Primary and Renewable energy
Future development of the Zero Carbon initiative via “Allowable Solutions”
Wales are not proposing to use QA accreditation scheme to prove compliance
European Performance of Buildings Directive (Recast) integration of
requirements
For full copy of the 351 page consultation (3 documents) visit the Welsh Government
Website at -
http://wales.gov.uk/topics/planning/buildingregs/?lang=en
Note - Consultation period is from 31
st July to 23rd October 2012.
Consultation response form is available at -
E-mail it to -
enquiries.brconstruction@wales.gsi.gov.uk
For further guidance and CPD training please contact –
Andy Thomas MRICS MBEng MBA
Butler & Young Building control services and member of BRAC Wales
Office – 01443 824980
Mobile - 07968 725075
andy.thomas@byl.co.uk
