The New Approved Document L: Effects On The Specification Of Rooflights And Roof Glazing

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In 2021, the UK government sharpened its focus on achieving net zero by 2050 by revamping Building Regulations: Approved Document L - Conservation of Fuel and Power. These critical updates have fundamentally altered building work, from new builds to refurbishments, in England since June 15, 2022. This CPD is your essential guide to navigating these changes, specifically focusing on rooflights and roof glazing. We’ll cut through the complexity, clarifying crucial topics like U-values, updated upstand requirements, the practical difference between a ‘roof window’ and a ‘rooflight’, the role of SAP calculations and notional buildings, and where to access vital supporting documentation.