Building Safety Act 2024

Building Safety Act 2024

Relevant Building Status Assessment

From £1,475 + VAT

Under the Building Safety Act 2024, certain residential buildings must be registered with the Building Safety Regulator and comply with enhanced safety obligations. These are known as Relevant Buildings, typically:

  • At least 18 metres in height, or
  • At least 7 storeys, and
  • Containing two or more residential units

Pearl provides fast, accurate assessments to confirm whether your building qualifies as a Relevant Building. Our reports are suitable for submission to the Regulator and can support legal and compliance strategies.

What’s Included:

  • Site inspection and desktop review
  • Measurement of building height and storey count
  • Confirmation of residential unit count
  • Assessment of exclusions (e.g., hotels, care homes)
  • Clear statement of Relevant Building status
  • Optional liaison with the Regulator or legal advisers

Who Needs This?

  • Freeholders and landlords
  • Managing agents
  • Developers and housing associations
  • Legal teams preparing for registration or dispute resolution
  • Conveyancers and solicitors involved in property purchase or portfolio review

Why It Matters:
Failure to confirm Relevant Building status can delay registration, sales, or compliance audits. Our service gives clarity and confidence for portfolio reviews, pre-sale due diligence, and legal compliance.

Next Steps:
Contact us to confirm whether your building qualifies under the Building Safety Act. We’ll provide a clear fee quote and outline the process in full.

External Wall Systems (EWS1) Assessment & Reporting

Price: Bespoke quotes depending on complexity

Pearl provides expert assessment of external wall systems for residential buildings, including preparation of EWS1 Forms in line with RICS guidance and PAS 9980:2022 fire risk methodology.
This service is essential for buildings where cladding, insulation, or façade materials may present a fire risk, particularly those over 11m in height or where lenders require formal documentation for mortgage approval.

What’s Included:

  • Site inspection by a qualified fire engineer or competent professional
  • Review of façade materials, insulation, and cavity barriers
  • Assessment of fire risk in line with PAS 9980:2022
  • Completion of EWS1 Form (Option A or B)
  • Supporting photographic and technical documentation
  • Liaison with managing agents, landlords, and legal teams

Who Needs This?

  • Freeholders and managing agents of multi-occupancy buildings
  • Leaseholders seeking to sell or remortgage
  • Lenders and valuers requiring EWS1 documentation
  • Developers preparing handover packs
  • Legal teams involved in dispute resolution or compliance

Why It Matters:
An EWS1 Form is often required to satisfy lender concerns about fire risk. Without it, leaseholders may face delays or refusals in sales and refinancing. Pearl’s assessments help unlock transactions and ensure buildings meet current safety expectations.

Next Steps:
If your building may require an EWS1 Form, we’ll guide you through the process and refer you to a trusted external specialist. Pearl will assist with initial advice and coordination to ensure your assessment is handled professionally.

Building Safety Case Reports

Price: Bespoke quotes depending on building complexity and risk profile

For buildings classified as higher risk under the Building Safety Act 2024, the Accountable Person must prepare and maintain a Building Safety Case Report. This document demonstrates how building safety risks are identified, managed, and mitigated and is a key requirement for registration with the Building Safety Regulator.

Pearl provides structured, compliant Safety Case Reports tailored to your building’s design, occupancy, and risk profile.

What’s Included:

  • Review of building layout, height, and occupancy
  • Identification of key fire and structural safety risks
  • Summary of safety measures in place (e.g., AOVs, sprinklers, fire doors)
  • Assessment of maintenance and inspection regimes
  • Recommendations for improvement or compliance
  • Preparation of a formal Safety Case Report for submission

Who Needs This?

  • Accountable Persons under the Building Safety Act
  • Landlords and managing agents of higher-risk buildings
  • Developers preparing handover documentation
  • Legal teams supporting compliance and dispute resolution

Why It Matters:

Failure to prepare a Safety Case Report for a higher-risk building can result in enforcement action, reputational damage, and delays in registration. Pearl helps you meet your obligations with confidence and clarity.

Next Steps:

For buildings requiring a formal Safety Case Report, Pearl can advise on the process and refer you to a qualified external provider. We’ll help ensure your building’s safety obligations are met with clarity and confidence.

Gateway Support for Higher-Risk Buildings

Price: Bespoke quotes depending on building complexity and risk profile

Overview

Under the Building Safety Act 2024, Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs) must pass through strict Gateway approval stages before construction can begin. Pearl Development Ltd provides expert advisory and compliance support for Gateway 2 and Gateway 3 submissions, ensuring your project meets all statutory obligations.

What We Offer

Stage 1 – HRB Verification & Advisory

  • Confirm HRB classification under the Act.
  • Provide written advice on client and Dutyholder responsibilities.
  • Outline compliance roadmap for refurbishment or new build projects.

Stage 2 – Gateway 2 Submission Support

  • Prepare and coordinate all documentation for Gateway 2 approval:
    • Competence statements for Principal Designer and Principal Contractor.
    • Fire and structural safety information.
    • Golden Thread compliance strategy.
  • Liaise with design teams and regulators to ensure full compliance.

Optional – Ongoing Compliance Monitoring

  • Monthly site visits to monitor compliance and prepare for Gateway 3.
  • Maintain Golden Thread records and provide monthly compliance reports.

Why It Matters

Failure to achieve Gateway approval can halt construction and expose Dutyholder to enforcement action. Our service ensures your project meets all legal requirements, reducing risk and avoiding costly delays.

Who Needs This?

  • Healthcare estates teams
  • Developers and contractors working on HRBs
  • Design teams seeking compliance assurance
  • Accountable Persons under the Building Safety Act

Next Steps

Contact us to discuss your project and receive a tailored proposal. We’ll guide you through every stage of the Gateway process with confidence and clarity.