What is lack of building regulations indemnity?
Retrofit works completed without completion evidence and how indemnity policies are discussed alongside regularisation in England and Wales.
Published: 18 Apr 2026 · Updated: 18 Apr 2026 · 9 min read
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When completion certificates are missing for past works, insurers may offer a policy so lenders proceed while owners pursue building control routes if still possible.
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