The Building Safety Act: Tips and traps for property lawyers
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What has changed since the introduction of The Building Safety Act 2022?
Howden recently hosted a webinar with Ian Quayle of IQ Legal Training to discuss The Building Safety Act.
A leading industry expert on property-related matters, Ian considers what's changed since the introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022 as well as the key tips and traps that property lawyers should be looking out for.
What does the webinar cover?
Ian examines lessons to be learned from recent case law and provides a roadmap for conveyancers who are contemplating undertaking BSA related sale and purchase transactions. It also supports best practice for firms already undertaking this work.
The session covers:
- Ascertaining the status of buildings
- Scoping the Retainer in BSA transactions
- Acting for the seller - dealing with documentation TA7 , LPE 1, and leaseholder deed of certificate
- Acting for the buyer and lender - dealing with documentation and reporting on title
- Lessons from case law and a review of good practice
Accompanying material
Ian has produced some extensive notes to accompany this webinar. You can view these notes and the webinar slides below.

Ian Quayle
Ian Quayle qualified as a solicitor and worked in private practice for 12 years specialising in property law matters including residential development work, commercial acquisitions, and disposals.
Since becoming a full-time trainer Ian has delivered over 3000 property-related training courses for city and regional firms, local law societies and local authorities”. Ian currently works for numerous professional bodies, government organisations, and law firms providing practical training for busy property lawyers.
The information within the webinar, notes and slides have been written and presented by Ian Quayle on behalf of IQ Legal Training and the information, opinions and views stated are those of Ian Quayle not Howden Insurance Brokers Limited (“Howden’). They are for guidance purposes only and do not offer legal advice. Howden is an insurance broker and is not authorised or regulated to advise on The Building Safety Act 2022.
Howden, Ian Quayle and IQ Legal Training Limited shall not (i) owe or accept any duty, responsibility or liability to you or any other person; and (ii) be liable in respect of any loss, damage or expense caused by your or any other party’s reliance on this content.