Part R Building Regulations Explained

Part R requires suitable physical infrastructure to enable high-speed and gigabit-capable electronic communications services to be installed in buildings. This guide explains the RA1 and RA2 requirements for new dwellings, the R1 provisions for other buildings and major renovations, and the application of the statutory connection cost cap. It also covers connectivity planning, external ducts, building entry points, internal routes, network termination points, multi-dwelling buildings, coordination with network operators, installation evidence, inspection, fire stopping and project handover.