§ 01 // Regulatory Transition
From designation
to new oversight.
A structured handover from CICAIR to the Building Safety Regulator, completed under the framework established by the Building Safety Act 2022.
2010 — Statutory Framework
Building (Approved Inspectors etc.) Regulations 2010
The regulatory framework under which CICAIR Limited operated as the designated body for the registration and regulation of approved inspectors carrying out building control work in England and Wales.
14 March 2014 — Designation
Notice of Designation under Building Act 1984
CICAIR Limited formally designated by the Secretary of State to decide all applications for approved inspector status, published by the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government.
2022 — Royal Assent
Building Safety Act 2022
Following royal assent, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) established a new regulatory body — the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) — to lead implementation of the new regulatory framework for building control and higher-risk buildings.
31 March 2024 — Withdrawal
CICAIR Designation Withdrawn
CICAIR Ltd.'s designation by the Secretary of State in England and the Welsh Ministers in Wales to maintain and operate the Construction Industry Council Approved Inspectors Register was formally withdrawn.
1 October 2024 — Present
Building Safety Regulator Assumes Oversight
The transitional period for the Approved Inspector regime ended. The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) now oversees the regulation of the building control profession across England and Wales.
