Byggnadsreglerna

Byggnadsreglerna, often referred to in English as the building regulations, is the Swedish national set of technical requirements for how buildings should be designed and constructed. The rules are commonly known in practice as Boverkets byggregler (BBR) and are issued by Boverket, the Swedish National Board of Housing, Building and Planning. They form the technical core of Sweden’s planning and building framework and are integrated with the Planning and Building Act (Plan- och bygglagen, PBL).

The regulations cover a broad range of topics intended to ensure safety, health, environmental performance, accessibility, and durable construction. Core areas include structural safety, fire protection, energy efficiency, indoor climate and ventilation, health and environment, accessibility and usability, and the requirements imposed on construction products. The rules are designed to be compatible with European standards and national standards, and they are regularly updated to reflect new knowledge, technology, and policy priorities.

Compliance with Byggnadsreglerna is mandatory for building permits and for verification during construction. Municipal building authorities apply and enforce the rules through permitting, inspections, and, if necessary, corrective actions. The regulations thus guide architects, engineers, and builders in planning and executing projects, while providing a basis for authorities to assess conformity and issue final approvals.

In summary, Byggnadsreglerna constitute Sweden’s official technical requirements for new construction, renovations, and related work, balancing safety, performance, and accessibility with practical implementation in the building process.