Chapter 8: Accountable Persons

The chapter outlines the responsibilities and regulations for Accountable Persons (AP) and Principal Accountable Persons (PAP) under the Building Safety Act 2022. These roles are crucial for ensuring the safety of occupied higher-risk buildings, defined as those at least 18 meters tall or with seven or more stories containing residential units. The AP is typically the entity responsible for the common parts of the building, including structural elements and shared spaces such as corridors, lobbies, and staircases.