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Written question asked by Lord Taylor of Goss Moor (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 3 July 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 17 July 2023. It was answered by Baroness Scott of Bybrook (Conservative) on Friday, 14 July 2023 on behalf of the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities.


Buildings: Solar Power

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what plans they have, if any, to require all suitably orientated roofs on new buildings, including domestic properties, to be fitted with solar photovoltaic panels.

Answer

The Building Regulations continue to set a performance-based approach. This means that our approach to achieving higher standards remains technology-neutral, to provide developers with the flexibility to choose the most appropriate and cost-effective solutions for their site.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL9006
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Construction Buildings Solar power
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk