# The Building (Scotland) Regulations 2004, Paragraph 3.5: Existing drains


Every building must not be constructed over an existing drain (including a field drain) that is to remain active.
Limitation
This standard does not apply where it is not reasonably practicable to re-route an existing drain.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ssi/2004/406/schedule/5/paragraph/3.5 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/building-scotland-regulations-2004/schedule-5/paragraph-3.5
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