Amendments to Approved Document T (toilets): letter

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Dear Sir or Madam,

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I am writing to inform you of the revision of Approved Document T (Toilet accommodation), 2024 edition to correct minor errors.

Coming into force date

The revisions to the approved document come into force on 3 November 2025.

List of Amendments

Approved Document T: (Toilet accommodation), 2024 edition

Section 4: Type B – fully enclosed self-contained universal toilet

Amend Table 4.1 Type B- Fully enclosed self-contained universal toilet to include “Visual contrast between toilet pan seat and sanitary ware against which it is seen” in the Equipment provided.

Section 6: Type D – single-sex toilet cubicle (not self-contained)

Amend Table 6.1 Type D- single-sex toilet cubicle (not self-contained) to include “Visual contrast between toilet pan seat and sanitary ware against which it is seen” in the Equipment provided.

Scope of this Circular Letter

The guidance in this Circular Letter applies to buildings and building work in England.

Publications

Approved Document T (Toilet accommodation) has been updated and is available at: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/toilet-accommodation-approved-document-t

Enquiries

Enquiries on this Circular Letter should be directed to buildingassurance@communities.gov.uk

You can alternatively submit your enquiry by post to:

Correspondence Unit 2 Marsham Street London SW1P 4DF

Yours faithfully,

Keeran Jugdoyal Deputy Director New Build Standards and Performance Division