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Is there any requirement to have fire retardent/resistant walls in the roof spaces of tenanted properties? The properties are a terrace of cottages in a horsehoe shape with no internal partitions in the lofts, and were constructed in 1860.
There do not appear to be any specific fire risks other than those associated with residential dwellings.
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A classic and well known cause of fire spread.
I think it would be recommendation rather than requirement in property so old, however new houses would have a fire barrier right up to the top.
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Also a prime opportunity for sneaky burglary! has a similar problem here where Im from. One neighbour was able to access every house in the terrace via attic hatch! did not take lone before "fire walls" appeared!
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Thank you for the replies.
I am waiting for a response from the insurer on this, but gather that a simple fireproof plasterboard might be one option. Failing that a brick or block internal wall. I had also considered the intruder aspect but that is useful for other reraders.
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One layer of plasterboard affords half hour fire resistance, as long as it is properly installed with all gaps filled, taped and jointed, and skimmed for presentation.
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Thanks Fire Safety, much appraciated.
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