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Building Demolition Guidance

Further Information

For a more comprehensive look at the demolition process you might like to refer to this legislation.
  • The Building Act 1984
  • The Highways Act 1980
  • BS 6187:1982 Code of Practice for Demolition
  • Health & Safety at Work Booklet - 6E Safety in Construction Work: Demolition
  • The Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990
  • Construction (Working Places) Regulations 1966
  • Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 1994

This is not an exhaustive list of all relevant legislation affecting demolition and is offered as a guide only.

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