Building standards enforcement and sanctions: consultation analysis

Consultation analysis report on the strengthening of existing enforcement and sanctions provisions in the Building (Scotland) Act 2003.


Appendix B: Consultation Questions

Q1 - Do you agree with the inclusion of holding owners accountable for new/converted buildings which are occupied illegally?

Q2 - Do you agree with the proposal to include a new provision for the removal of work on the section 27 Building Warrant Enforcement Notice?

Q3 - Do you agree that the provision of a standalone stop notice under section 27 would act as a helpful deterrent?

Q4 - Do you agree with enforcement after the acceptance of a completion certificate for High Risk Buildings?

Q5 - Do you agree that the introduction of a time limit is necessary?

Q6 - Do you agree with the introduction of a 10-year time limit for taking action on non-compliant work?

Q7 - Do you have any views on the 10-year time limit proposed?

Q8 - Do you agree with the level of fines proposed?

Q9 - Do you agree with the option to include a custodial sentence?

Q10 - Are there any proposals in this consultation which you consider impact or have implications on people with protected characteristics?

Q11 - Do you think that any of the proposals in this consultation have any financial, regulatory or resource implications for you and/or your business (if applicable)?

Q12 - Do you think that any of the proposals in this consultation have any impact or implications on island communities?

Contact

Email: buildingstandards@gov.scot

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