Cladding deadline law
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L andlords who fail to remove dangerous cladding from high-rise buildings face under new legislation announced by the government. The upcoming Remediation Bill will impose strict legal deadlines, backed by a £1 billion funding package and expanded enforcement powers. Under the proposed law, buildings unlimited fines or imprisonment over 18 metres must be fully remediated by the end of 2029. Properties between 11 and 18 metres have until the end of 2031. Failure to comply without a valid excuse could result in prosecution. Deputy Prime Minister and Housing Secretary Angela Rayner said the bill “sends a clear message to landlords” that unsafe buildings will not be tolerated. The move forms part of the government’s wider Remediation Acceleration Plan, which is entering its second phase with this legislative push and financial backing. The bill will also empower Homes England and local councils to step in and carry out works directly if landlords do not take action. A new National Remediation System will
be introduced to monitor progress and ensure accountability. Social housing providers will now gain equal access to remediation funds, removing prior funding disparities between councils and private landlords. “These new rules remove excuses and create a clear path to fix every unsafe building in England,” said Building Safety Minister Alex Norris. Additional support for leaseholders is included, such as funding to replace costly Waking Watch arrangements. In rare cases, even buildings under 11 metres could qualify for financial aid if deemed necessary. The government is also investing over £5 million to help local authorities and metro mayors implement tailored remediation plans. From October 2026, a new Building Safety Levy is expected to generate £3.4 billion over the next 10 years, with exemptions for affordable and supported housing, as well as smaller developments. Since the plan’s initial launch in December 2024, more than 24,000 residents have been moved into safer homes – a figure ministers say must continue rising.
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