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Second staircase rule halts Wates estate revamp

Construction Enquirer

Construction work has been paused on a major estate job in east London due to the new second staircase rule. “The Government has yet to reach a decision about new building safety legislation regarding taller buildings. “The current design for the Waterloo and Queen Street site is safe and meets current building safety laws.

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Union calls on London mayor to block single staircase resi tower

Construction News

Plans for a residential-led tower in Penge must be halted over safety concerns, the national firefighter union has said.

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Vistry abandons £275m Ealing scheme over second staircase

Construction Enquirer

The partners blamed soaring costs and the new second staircase rule for the decision to abandon the Perceval House project. He said that the second staircase changes were very difficult to incorporate into the existing designs and therefore significantly affected the financial viability of the scheme.

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The Art of Modern Staircase Manufacturing: Precision Engineering Meets Bespoke Design

UK Construction Blog

The post The Art of Modern Staircase Manufacturing: Precision Engineering Meets Bespoke Design appeared first on UK Construction Blog. These tailor-made staircases aren’t just functional transitions between floorsthey’re beautiful, customised centrepieces that enhance the aesthetic appeal of your property.

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Vistry hikes building safety provisions by £117m

Construction News

Housebuilder Vistry has blamed second staircase regulations and extended liability for building safety for an increase in its fire safety remediation provisions. … The post Vistry hikes building safety provisions by 117m appeared first on Construction News. increase in provisions.…

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Fire Safety Solutions Shaping the Future of Construction Design

CCR Magazine

Fire safety is an integral part of modern construction design, influencing not only building materials and layouts but also regulatory compliance and overall safety standards. The Role of Fire-Resistant Materials One of the most significant advancements in fire safety is the development and widespread use of fire-resistant materials.

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What Is Fire Escape Staircases | Types of Fire Escaping Stairs | What Is the Importance of Fire Escape in the Building | What Are the Fire Staircase Requirements

CivilJungle

Introduction of Fire Escape Staircase. It is also necessary to design high rise building such that it will fulfil all the safety criteria. The staircase is one of the most preferred solutions for the safe emergency evacuations and fire escapes in case of emergency. What Are Fire Escape Staircases? Counterbalanced Stairs.