Warranty Position | Regulatory Position and Guidance | Exemptions | Does B4 still apply? |
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Green indicates we consider our position best practice and not in dispute | Grey items cover the December 2018 Amendments, Approved Documents and MHCLG's own FAQs and advice notes | Green indicates that the item IS exempt from Regulation 7(2), in accordance with Regulation 7(3) | Green indicates that B4 still applies, and refers to relevant parts |
Yellow indicates our position has the potential to be subjective | Red indicates that the item is NOT exempt. Refer to Regulation 7(3) | Red shows that B4 no longer applies |
Section 2 Reference: 2(6)(a)(iii).
Reference titles: Any windows and doors in the wall.
Reference title(s): Section 10.15(d).
References: Window frames and glass (including laminated glass) are exempted from regulation 7(2).
Reference: Section 9.
Reference title(s): Window frames are exempted from the requirements of regulation 7(2) under the provision of regulation 7(3). Conventional curtain walls consisting of mullions, transoms and glazing can be considered as a window frame.
Is the item exempt from Regulation 7(2), in accordance with Regulation 7(3)?: Yes.
References: 7(3)(h).
Statement: Seals, gaskets, fixings, sealants and backer rods.
If exempt, are there any restrictions on the use of the system, component or material given in the guidance in ADB vol 2: None.
Yes: Reference: B4-(1)
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