Approved Document M

About Approved Document M

Approved Document M gives guidance on access to and use of buildings. It covers buildings other than dwellings, from approach and entrances to circulation and sanitary accommodation, and the access and facilities inside dwellings.

What it covers

• Access to and into buildings other than dwellings, including ramped and stepped access and entrance doors
• Horizontal and vertical circulation, including corridors, lifts and stairs
• Facilities such as refreshment areas, sleeping accommodation, switches and aids to communication
• Sanitary accommodation, including wheelchair-accessible toilets, bathrooms and changing facilities
• Access into dwellings and circulation within the entrance storey
• Passenger lifts and common stairs in blocks of flats