For Professionals
Frequently asked questions (general)
Q1 Why build Lifetime Homes when we now have Part M? (Answer 1)
*Please note that there is a full Lifetime Homes / Part M comparison, criterion by criterion, in the Lifetime Homes and Part M page.
Q2 Do I have to meet all 16 criteria to meet the Lifetime Homes standard?
Q3 What are the benefits to local authorities of Lifetime Homes?
Q4 What must I provide now and what can I make provision for later?
Q5 Why are the needs of people with sensory impairment not addressed by Lifetime Homes?
Q6 Do all the plans in the guide meet Scheme Development Standards?
*See also frequently asked questions under each Lifetime Home Criterion.