The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) has introduced a new Remediation Improvement Plan aimed at speeding up the processing of Gateway Two applications for remediation projects.
The regulator has also set a target to clear the majority of outstanding remediation applications submitted in 2024 by 30 April 2026, as part of wider efforts to accelerate progress on higher-risk residential building remediation.
Key Measures in the Improvement Plan
The plan introduces several operational changes designed to improve efficiency and reduce application processing times.
Key measures include:
- Creation of a Remediation Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT)
A dedicated cohort will be established to manage remediation applications, similar to the existing Innovation Unit used for new-build Gateway Two submissions. The MDT will include account managers to streamline communication with applicants.
- Increased regulatory capacity
The BSR has launched a recruitment drive to increase the number of Regulatory Leads, helping to reduce individual caseloads and accelerate application reviews.
- ‘Approval with Requirements’ approach
Where applications demonstrate substantive compliance with Building Regulations, the regulator may issue conditional approval while allowing certain additional information to be provided later.
- New guidance for remediation applications
Specific guidance is being published to clarify requirements for remediation Gateway Two submissions. Build UK guidance sets out the information that must be included when applying for works to existing Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs).
Latest Data on Remediation Progress
Alongside the improvement plan, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has released updated data on remediation progress for residential buildings 11 metres and above in England.
As of January 2026:
- Remediation work has been completed on 36% of the 4,191 buildings identified
- Work is currently underway on a further 16%
- For buildings 18 metres and over, remediation has been completed on 46% of the 2,355 buildings identified
The new plan is intended to increase the pace of approvals and help accelerate the delivery of remediation works across the sector.
FIS will continue to monitor developments and provide updates for members as further guidance and regulatory changes emerge.