Building Act 1984: Primary legislation governing building works in England and Wales, providing the framework for building regulations and control
CDM Regulations 2015: Construction (Design and Management) Regulations that specify legal duties for construction projects regarding health, safety and welfare
Building Regulations 2010: Statutory instruments that set minimum standards for design, construction and alterations to buildings
Building (Approved Inspectors etc.) Regulations 2010: Regulations governing the approval of private building control bodies and their operations
Approved Documents (Parts A-R): Practical guidance documents for meeting the Building Regulations, covering structural safety through to physical infrastructure for high-speed electronic communications networks
Building Standards Technical Handbooks: Detailed technical guidance documents providing solutions to meet building standards requirements
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation for workplace health and safety in the UK, setting out general duties for employers, employees and contractors
Construction (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1996: Specific regulations addressing health, safety and welfare requirements in construction work
Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004: Legislation governing planning permissions and development control in England and Wales
Energy Performance of Buildings Regulations 2012: Regulations implementing EU directives on energy performance certification and inspection of heating/cooling systems
Fire Safety Regulations 2010: Regulations specifying fire safety requirements for buildings and construction works
LABC Requirements: Local Authority Building Control specific requirements that may vary by jurisdiction
British Standards: Technical standards produced by the British Standards Institution (BSI) relevant to construction and building works
NHBC Standards: Industry standards specifically for residential construction, often used as benchmark for quality and safety
