BSR Building Assessment Certificate Guidance Updated with Expanded Criteria

The BSR updated its Building Assessment Certificate guidance in June 2025, expanding the categories of buildings for which BACs are being called in. The regulator is prioritizing buildings over 30 metres high with more than 11 residential units, with PAPs required to submit appli.... BSR Building Assessment Certificate Guidance Updated with Expanded Criteria The BSR updated its Building Assessment Certificate guidance in June 2025, expanding the categories of buildings for which BACs are being called in. The regulator is prioritizing buildings over 30 metres high with more than 11 residential units, with PAPs required to submit applications within 28 days of being called upon. Why This Matters This development reflects ongoing change in the UK fire safety and building safety landscape. Magnus Opifex Seven LTD tracks regulatory and market shifts daily so our clients stay ahead of compliance under the Building Safety Act 2022, the Fire Safety Order, and BSR Gateway processes. How Magnus Opifex Seven Can Help Our team delivers fire strategies, PAS 9980 appraisals, BSR Gateway 2 submissions, fire risk assessments and expert witness services tailored to the latest regulatory context. Source HSE — Read original Need Expert Fire Safety Advice? Magnus Opifex Seven LTD provides leading fire engineering, BSR Gateway 2 support, PAS 9980 appraisals, BESS fire safety, and healthcare fire strategy services across the UK. Call: +44 7486 691724 office@magnus opifex.co.uk Request a Free Consultation