BS 8579:2020 was first published in August 2020 and offers guidance on the design of balconies and terraces and their component parts at any height above lowest ground level, unless stated otherwise.
One of the primary goals of BS 8579:2020 is to encourage the construction of superior balconies and terraces that are safer and more inclusive. Guidance focuses on several key areas including:
Spatial arrangement
Inclusive design
Safety
Drainage considerations
Performance in fire
Wind mitigation measures
Thermal and acoustic considerations
Spatial arrangement
Inclusive design
Safety
Drainage considerations
Performance in fire
Wind mitigation measures
Thermal and acoustic considerations