Building accessibility standards raised
Posted 01.08.22
GOV.UK: Further reading
New homes will be more accessible for older and disabled people as the government today confirms plans to raise the accessibility standard.
Raising the minimum accessibility standard will require all new homes to have step-free access to all entrance level rooms and facilities, as well as further features to make homes more easily adaptable over time.
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