6. After regulation 20A(1) (sound insulation testing) insert—
20AA.—(1) This regulation applies where paragraph F1(1) of Schedule 1 imposes a requirement in relation to the creation of a new dwelling by building work.
(2) The person carrying out the work shall, for the purpose of ensuring compliance with paragraph F1(1) of Schedule 1—
(a)ensure that testing of the mechanical ventilation air flow rate is carried out in accordance with a procedure approved by the Secretary of State; and
(b)give notice of the results of the testing to the local authority.
(3) The notice referred to in paragraph (2)(b) shall—
(a)record the results and the data upon which they are based in a manner approved by the Secretary of State; and
(b)be given to the local authority not later than five days after the final test is carried out.”.
Regulation 20A was inserted by S.I. 2002/2871.