Implementation of Passive House standards in the UK, a roadmap for the local authorities

This paper aims to explore as to how the UK Government and local authorities can implement Passive House standards and legislations in a feasible and responsive approach. Existing literature on Passive House implementation in the UK, and its implications are explored followed by discussions on a questionnaire survey on the feasibility of mandatory and voluntary measures. Three effective approaches for immediate implementation are recommended: i) a gradual advancement of fabric-first legislation; ii) support mechanisms (with incentives) for voluntary design and construction; and iii) higher valuation for Passive Homes on the market. The research discusses the implications and barriers of mandatory and voluntary approaches to Passive House standards in the UK domestic market, paving a path for the UK Government officials to implement such approaches/suggestions into the infrastructure of the UK’s construction industry.