Construction Law Guidance Under the Building Safety Act 2022
The tragic Grenfell Tower fire has been the driving force behind sweeping reforms in building and fire safety regulations across the UK. In response, the government introduced the Building Safety Act 2022, which came into effect on 28 April 2022 and represents the most significant legislative change to impact the construction and property sectors in decades.
The Act introduces stringent legal duties and expanded liabilities for all parties involved in the design, construction, and maintenance of high-rise and higher-risk buildings. From developers and contractors to leaseholders and landlords, the implications are wide-ranging, immediate and ongoing.
What the Building Safety Act Means for You
Key elements of the legislation include:
- Greater accountability and oversight throughout the design and construction process
- New dutyholder responsibilities for fire and structural safety
- Introduction of Building Liability Orders (BLOs) and extended limitation periods
- Significant impacts on cladding, cavity barriers and fire-stopping work liabilities
- New roles such as the Building Safety Regulator and the Accountable Person
These changes redefine how risk, responsibility, and liability are allocated across the lifecycle of a building.
How Hawkswell Kilvington Construction Law Can Help
At Hawkswell Kilvington Construction Law, our specialist construction and engineering solicitors have been closely monitoring the Building Safety Act 2022 since its initial proposal. With in-depth legal and technical expertise, our team is ideally positioned to guide clients through this complex regulatory landscape.
Whether you are seeking proactive compliance advice or are already facing fire safety-related claims, Hawkswell Kilvington Construction Law provides practical, commercially aware legal support.
Recent Legal Advice Provided by Hawkswell Kilvington Construction Law:
- Advising leaseholders on pursuing recovery for building and fire safety defects
- Assisting in the assessment and application of Building Liability Orders (BLOs)
- Representing design and build contractors in relation to cladding defect liability
- Advising on liability for cavity barriers, fire-stopping works and passive fire protection failures
Our expertise is backed by real-world case experience, including analysis of the landmark Martlet Homes Limited v Mullaley & Co. Limited decision in July 2022 – the first major fire safety judgment post-Grenfell. We stay ahead of the evolving legal landscape to ensure your business is protected.
Who Should Seek Legal Advice?
The new legal framework affects a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including:
- Developers and property owners
- Main contractors and subcontractors
- Architects and design professionals
- Leaseholders and residents
- Housing associations and local authorities
If you’re unsure about your rights or obligations under the Building Safety Act 2022, or if you’re involved in a dispute or claim, we can help.
Contact Hawkswell Kilvington Construction Law Today
The legal and financial risks associated with building and fire safety are significant and increasing. Delays in understanding your position could expose you to unnecessary liability.
Speak with a specialist at Hawkswell Kilvington Construction Law today for tailored, strategic advice.
Call us on +44 113 543 6700 or use our contact form to schedule a consultation with our building safety legal team.
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