Scottish building standards enforcement handbook. First edition. Version 1.1
Publication Year
2026
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Clarifies enforcement powers given to local authorities under the Building (Scotland) Act 2003. Presents an overview of the building standards system and then details various notices for building regulations compliance, continuing requirement enforcement, building warrant enforcement, defective and dangerous buildings. Sets out the process for evacuating buildings, serving notices, powers of entry, consultation for listed buildings, prosecution, recovering expenses and other offences.
Document History
Supersedes Scottish building standards enforcement handbook. First edition (Scottish Government, 2023). Published: 25 March 2026. Version 1.1 dated 25 March 2026 - update made to supply further advice on consultation for listed buildings.
ISBN
9781806439720
Publisher Information
Scottish Government
The Scottish Government is the devolved government for Scotland. It is responsible for most of the issues of day-to-day concern to the people of Scotland, including health, education, justice, rural affairs, and transport. Previously known as the Scottish Executive.
