Quick answer
Non-domestic buildings sit squarely inside CAR 2012 Regulation 4. The dutyholder — usually the landlord for the fabric and the tenant for demised space, per the lease — must hold a current HSG264 survey, an active management plan, and evidence of reinspection and contractor control.
Who is the dutyholder?
In a typical FRI lease, the tenant is dutyholder for the demised space; the landlord retains duty for structure, exterior and communal parts. In service-office and short-lease arrangements, the landlord normally holds the whole duty.
Minimum expected standard
HSG264 survey, asbestos register per demise or per building, written management plan, annual reinspection, contractor permit-to-work referring to the register, and evidence of staff briefing.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions
Is asbestos still found in modern offices?+
Post-2000 fit-outs — no. But most UK commercial stock pre-dates 2000.
Who pays for the survey?+
Depends on the lease. Usually recovered through service charge.