

Code for Sustainable Homes
Code for Sustainable Homes is the Government national standard for the design and construction of sustainable homes. It is constantly evolving to improve building performance and invite innovation.
Code Certification is divided through Six code levels. Code level six marking the highest level of sustainability, incorporating the Governments Zero Carbon Home standard.
The Code complements the Energy Performance certificates which have to be provided for all new homes and measures the building against a series of design categories which come together to rate the home as an environmental package.
The design categories considered are
| 1. Energy | 2. Pollution | 3. Water |
| 4. Health & Well being | 5. Materials | 6. Management |
| 7. Surface Water & Run off | 8. Ecology | 9. Waste |
All Housing Association dwelling require a Code for Sustainable Homes assessment. A number of local planning authorities will also request a completed assessment. The requested Code levels will vary.
BBS Environmental Services offer a proactive and refreshing approach
to achieving the required levels for its clients using the following process:
An initial appraisal based on drawings and details submitted for consideration.
This system has progressed from our work on EcoHomes projects and has proven to be an excellent way of progressing assessments in a cost effective and efficient manner.
If you would like further information or a competitive fee cost for CfSH on your next project please call BBS Environmental Services on 01892 891280, or email admin@bbsenvironmental.co.uk.