Part L of the UK building regulations regarding low energy lighting

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Part L of the current UK building regulations Current UK building regulations state (in part L of the regulations) that a certain number of low energy light fittings must be installed within 'new build' UK homes. Certain rules also apply for 'new build' offices and commercial properties. These fittings must have integrated ballasts within the fitting to ensure only low energy bulbs can be replaced (thus stopping the installation of standard, non-efficient, incandescent lamps in to the lamp holders) The current rate of low energy fitting to building size is displayed below.
1-3 rooms	minimum of 1 low energy fitting required
4-6 rooms	minimum of 2 low energy fitting required
7-9 rooms	minimum of 3 low energy fitting required
10-12 rooms	minimum of 4 low energy fitting required
Additions to buildings such as extensions etc also count towards the above totals and the amount of low energy fittings should be adjusted to suit. Having 2 low energy fittings located within 1 room counts as 2 fittings on the above chart. For more information download Part L of the building regulations from the following website www.building-regulation.org (www.low-energy-lighting.com is not responsible for this websites content. Fee may be required for download)