RICS,BSA and UK Finance

RICS, BSA and UK Finance agree on new industry-wide valuation process




The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Building Societies Association (BSA) and UK Finance have today (16th December) agreed on a new industry-wide valuation process for buildings over 18 metres (six storeys).

The External Wall Fire Review process is to be used by lenders, valuers, building owners and fire safety experts in the valuation of high-rise properties.

The process will require a fire safety assessment to be conducted by a qualified professional.

Only one assessment — valid for five years — will be required for each building.


Charlie Blagbrough, policy manager at BSA, said: “Ensuring the safety and security of those selling, purchasing and living in high-rise homes remains paramount.”  

Matthew Jupp, policy manager at UK Finance, added: “The independent valuation has a key role to play in the home-buying process, helping to deliver assurance to all parties involved that a property is both safe and secure.”

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