The Code for Sustainable Homes (CSH)

On the 27 February 2008 the Government confirmed that from 1 May 2008 it would be mandatory for all new homes to have a rating against the Code. Please note that the new regulations for providing for mandatory ratings does not apply to properties (individual or as part of an ongoing development) where the initial notice, full plans or Building Notice have been received by the relevant Local Authority Building Control body prior to 1st May 2008.
In April 2007 the Code for Sustainable Homes replaced Ecohomes for the assessment of new housing in England. The Code is an environmental assessment method for new homes based upon BRE’s Ecohomes and contains mandatory performance levels in 7 key areas.
Compliance with the Code: Code assessments are carried out in two phases:
An initial assessment and interim certification is carried out at the design stage: - Final assessment and certification is carried out after construction.
Design Stage Review: Based on design drawings, specifications and commitments and results in interim certificate of compliance.
Post Construction Review: Based on the design stage review and provides confirmation of compliance including site records and visual inspection.

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