The government has published a new consultation on proposed changes to Approved Document B (ADB), the statutory fire safety guidance supporting the Building Regulations in England. 

This consultation forms part of the ongoing post-Grenfell review of fire safety and building regulations and seeks feedback from industry stakeholders on a range of technical and policy updates. 

Key areas under review include: 

• Guidance on external wall systems and combustible materials 
• Proposals for evacuation lifts in residential buildings above 18m 
• Updates relating to existing buildings 
• Changes to specialised housing fire safety provisions 
• Fire safety considerations for roofs, photovoltaic (PV) systems, and open-sided car parks 

The consultation also considers how ADB can be improved in terms of clarity, usability, and proportionality. 

Read the consultation here