Building a faster future
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The Government has introduced a self-certification scheme for builders , aiming to speed up the construction process and improve the quality of new homes . Although still in the consultation phase , the scheme promises two key changes :
SELF-CERTIFICATION FOR QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS :
Builders , plumbers , and drainlayers will be able to self-certify their work on low risk builds , eliminating the need for an inspection . This aligns them with electricians and gasfitters .
STREAMLINED CONSENT FOR EXPERIENCED BUSINESSES :
Major developers with a proven track record – such as those building hundreds of similar homes annually – will be able to bypass some of the traditional consent processes .
Building professionals are already required to meet quality standards , including maintaining licenses and keeping detailed records . Under the new scheme , additional safeguards will be put into place , including :
• Clear processes for customers to address poor workmanship ;
• Strengthened qualification requirements for building professionals ;
• Stringent disciplinary actions for careless or incompetent self-certifiers .
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