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Specifically the Building Regulations acknowledge that the risk to life from a fire occurring in a three storey
property is greater than that in a one or two storey dwelling. A dwelling, which is altered to include a third
storey, should comply with the following requirements of the Building Regulations:
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Means of escape
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Installation of smoke detectors
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Internal fire spread (structure)
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External fire spread
Although the previous list might at first appear complex when it is broken down and applied to your loft
conversion, the requirements are usually quite easy to apply.
Means of escape
Means of escape is the structural means whereby in the event of a fire a safe route is provided for people to
get from any point in a building to a place of safety without outside assistance.
Regulation B1 requires that a building shall be constructed so that the means of escape is capable of being
used at all times.
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Part B - Fire Safety