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Regulation 17 Preparation of sites and resistance to moisture

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(1)

Subject to paragraph (2), a building shall be so constructed as to protect the building and its users from harmful effects caused by –

(a)

moisture rising from the ground; and

(b)

precipitation.

(2)

This regulation shall not apply to a building where penetration of moisture from outside will result in effects no more harmful than those likely to arise from use of the building.