RIBA calls for combustibles ban exemption for building structures

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Architects’ body argues for lower height threshold for ban but change in scope which will allow CLT buildings

The ban on combustible materials should be extended to more buildings – but it should not include the primary structure, the RIBA has told ministers.

Hotels and hostels should be covered by restrictions that were introduced in 2018 after the Grenfell fire.

The ban should also be extended on a precautionary basis to all relevant buildings over 11m pending further research to determine the appropriate height threshold.

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