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Bhutan Building Regulation 2018.

Country/Territory
Bhutan
Document type
Regulation
Date
2018
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Agricultural & rural development, Energy, Land & soil, Water
Keyword
Authorization/permit Offences/penalties Energy conservation/energy production Water supply Drainage/land reclamation
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Landlocked Developing Nations, Least Developed Countries, Southern Asia
Abstract

The purposes of this Regulation are: a) to establish standards for the construction of buildings which are responsive to the needs of the people of Bhutan and consistent with the traditions of Bhutan; b) to ensure that buildings are safe and accessible; c) to provide for the making of the Building Code of Bhutan; d) to recognise diversity in the needs of the people of Bhutan by making special provision for the rural areas of Bhutan; e) to establish procedures and requirements for the effective, transparent and efficient regulation of the construction, maintenance and demolition of buildings, including issuing building permits, monitoring building construction and issuing occupation certificates; and f) to provide for, encourage and facilitate energy efficient housing which is environmentally friendly.

Full text
English
Website
www.mowhs.gov.bt