{"id":2057,"date":"2025-03-07T14:23:39","date_gmt":"2025-03-07T14:23:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lynchbrotherhomes.co.uk\/?p=2057"},"modified":"2026-09-21T10:28:43","modified_gmt":"2026-09-21T10:28:43","slug":"what-is-breeam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lynchbrotherhomes.co.uk\/what-is-breeam\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is BREEAM"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- ========== H1 + SNIPPET-TARGETED OPENING ========== --><\/p>\n<h2>What Is BREEAM? Costs, Ratings &amp; How It Affects Your Project (UK 2026 Guide)<\/h2>\n<p>BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) is the UK&#8217;s leading sustainability assessment scheme for buildings, launched in 1990 and currently in <strong>Version 7<\/strong> (released 2025). It rates buildings across 10 categories \u2014 energy, water, materials, ecology, health and wellbeing, transport, waste, pollution, management, and innovation \u2014 on a five-tier scale from <strong>Pass<\/strong> to <strong>Outstanding<\/strong>. Around 600,000 buildings worldwide are BREEAM-certified, with another 2.3 million registered. BREEAM is usually required by planning conditions for large commercial developments and publicly funded projects; for most single-home residential builds, it isn&#8217;t mandatory but can be sought voluntarily. This guide covers ratings, costs, the certification process, when you actually need it, and the building contractor&#8217;s role in delivery.<\/p>\n<p class=\"byline\">By <a href=\"\/henry-lynch-bio\/\">Henry Lynch<\/a>, Managing Director, Lynch Brother Homes \u00a0\u00b7\u00a0 Updated May 2026<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2937\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2937\" style=\"width: 897px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2937 max-w-full h-auto\" src=\"https:\/\/lynchbrotherhomes.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/What-is-BREEAM-2.png\" alt=\"What is BREEAM?\" width=\"897\" height=\"674\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lynchbrotherhomes.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/What-is-BREEAM-2.png 1447w, https:\/\/lynchbrotherhomes.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/What-is-BREEAM-2-900x676.png 900w, https:\/\/lynchbrotherhomes.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/What-is-BREEAM-2-1438x1080.png 1438w, https:\/\/lynchbrotherhomes.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/What-is-BREEAM-2-768x577.png 768w, https:\/\/lynchbrotherhomes.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/What-is-BREEAM-2-500x376.png 500w, https:\/\/lynchbrotherhomes.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/What-is-BREEAM-2-1000x751.png 1000w, https:\/\/lynchbrotherhomes.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/What-is-BREEAM-2-586x440.png 586w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 897px) 100vw, 897px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2937\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">What is BREEAM?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><!-- ========== TABLE OF CONTENTS ========== --><\/p>\n<div class=\"toc-box\">\n<h2 class=\"toc-heading\">In this guide<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#what-is-breeam\">What is BREEAM?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#why-it-matters\">Why BREEAM matters in 2026<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#categories\">The 10 BREEAM categories<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#ratings\">BREEAM ratings: Pass to Outstanding<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#applies-to-you\">Does BREEAM apply to your project?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#certification-process\">The certification process<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#contractor-role\">How a contractor delivers to BREEAM standards<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#alternatives\">BREEAM alternatives (LEED, HQM, WELL, Ska)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faqs\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- ========== SECTION 1: WHAT IS BREEAM? ========== --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-breeam\">What is BREEAM?<\/h2>\n<p>BREEAM is the world&#8217;s longest-established sustainability assessment method for buildings. Developed by the UK&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/bregroup.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Building Research Establishment (BRE)<\/a> in 1990, it provides a structured framework for measuring environmental performance across a building&#8217;s whole lifecycle \u2014 from design and construction through to operation and refurbishment.<\/p>\n<p>The scheme has expanded steadily over three decades:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Around <strong>600,000 buildings certified<\/strong> globally to date<\/li>\n<li><strong>2.3 million buildings registered<\/strong> for assessment<\/li>\n<li>Operating in <strong>80+ countries<\/strong>, with national scheme operators delivering locally adapted versions in Spain, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and Austria<\/li>\n<li>Assessments carried out by a network of <strong>2,600+ Licensed BREEAM Assessors<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>BREEAM is run by BRE Group, a building science research organisation that also publishes the technical manuals, trains assessors, and maintains the certification register. Independence between the scheme operator and the project team is central to the system&#8217;s credibility \u2014 your building contractor isn&#8217;t your BREEAM Assessor, and vice versa.<\/p>\n<p>The latest version, <strong>BREEAM New Construction Version 7<\/strong>, was released in 2025. Two important changes for residential and mixed-use projects:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The <strong>Home Quality Mark (HQM)<\/strong> has been integrated into BREEAM UK New Construction Residential \u2014 meaning BREEAM now covers a wider range of residential project types under a single framework<\/li>\n<li>The framework has been redesigned around <strong>whole-life carbon assessment<\/strong>, aligning with the UK&#8217;s 2050 Net Zero target and EU Taxonomy reporting requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- ========== SECTION 2: WHY BREEAM MATTERS IN 2026 ========== --><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"why-it-matters\">Why BREEAM matters in 2026<\/h2>\n<p>Three concrete reasons BREEAM affects projects today:<\/p>\n<h3>1. Planning permission triggers<\/h3>\n<p>Many UK local planning authorities require minimum BREEAM ratings \u2014 typically &#8216;Very Good&#8217; or above \u2014 as a condition of planning consent for major developments. This is most common for commercial schemes, large residential developments, and any project funded by central or local government. Failing to plan for BREEAM at design stage can result in expensive redesign or planning refusal.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Commercial value<\/h3>\n<p>BREEAM-rated buildings consistently command premiums in the commercial property market. Research by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbre.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CBRE<\/a> found that BREEAM-rated buildings achieve rental premiums of 6\u20138% and capital value premiums of 14\u201316% over comparable non-rated stock. Maastricht University research on London office buildings showed even stronger figures \u2014 around 20% rental premium and 15% sales premium for BREEAM-certified offices over non-rated comparables. The premium reflects investor and tenant preference for buildings with verified sustainability credentials.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Net Zero alignment<\/h3>\n<p>Version 7 is explicitly built around whole-life carbon assessment, meaning a BREEAM rating now provides a defensible framework for demonstrating Net Zero alignment. With the UK&#8217;s 2050 Net Zero commitment and tightening reporting requirements (TCFD, EU Taxonomy, SECR), BREEAM certification has become a practical tool for institutional investors, large landlords, and listed companies needing audit-ready sustainability data.<\/p>\n<p><!-- ========== SECTION 3: 10 CATEGORIES ========== --><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"categories\">The 10 BREEAM categories<\/h2>\n<p>BREEAM assesses a building across ten weighted categories. Each category contains specific credits \u2014 points awarded for meeting defined performance criteria. The total credits, weighted by category importance, produce the final percentage score that determines the rating.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"col\">Category<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\">What it covers<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Management<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Project management practices, commissioning, handover, aftercare<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Health &amp; Wellbeing<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Indoor air quality, daylight, acoustics, thermal comfort, occupant safety<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Energy<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Operational energy demand, low-carbon technologies, energy monitoring (highest weighting)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Transport<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Public transport access, cycling provision, EV charging, transport plans<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Water<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Water consumption, leak detection, rainwater harvesting, greywater systems<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Materials<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Embodied carbon, responsible sourcing, durability, lifecycle assessment<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Waste<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Construction waste management, operational waste storage, recycled content<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Land Use &amp; Ecology<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Site selection, biodiversity protection and enhancement, ecological value<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Pollution<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Refrigerant impacts, NOx emissions, watercourse pollution, light and noise pollution<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Innovation<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Bonus credits for going beyond standard BREEAM benchmarks (max 10% uplift)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><!-- ========== SECTION 4: RATINGS ========== --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"ratings\">BREEAM ratings: Pass to Outstanding<\/h2>\n<p>BREEAM uses a five-tier rating scale based on the building&#8217;s overall percentage score:<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"col\">Rating<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\">Score<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\">What it indicates<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Outstanding<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>\u226585%<\/td>\n<td>Exceptional sustainability performance \u2014 typically the top 1% of UK buildings<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Excellent<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>\u226570%<\/td>\n<td>Advanced performance \u2014 common target for premium commercial schemes and public sector<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Very Good<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>\u226555%<\/td>\n<td>Strong sustainability practices \u2014 most common minimum required by planning conditions<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Good<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>\u226545%<\/td>\n<td>Above-average environmental performance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Pass<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>\u226530%<\/td>\n<td>Meets baseline sustainability criteria<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>For most UK projects subject to planning conditions, the typical minimum is &#8216;Very Good&#8217;. Premium developments and most public sector projects target &#8216;Excellent&#8217; or above. &#8216;Outstanding&#8217; is rare and usually achieved only on flagship developments with significant innovation budgets.<\/p>\n<p>Scores are calculated by a Licensed BREEAM Assessor, working from documented evidence: design drawings, specifications, contractor records, energy modelling, ecology surveys, and post-construction site inspections. The Assessor submits the assessment to BRE for independent quality assurance before certification is issued.<\/p>\n<p><!-- ========== SECTION 5: DOES BREEAM APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT? ========== --><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"applies-to-you\">Does BREEAM apply to your project?<\/h2>\n<p>The honest answer is: probably not, unless you&#8217;re working on a commercial development, public sector project, or large residential scheme. Here&#8217;s the breakdown by project type:<\/p>\n<h3>Commercial new build<\/h3>\n<p>Usually yes. Most local authorities require BREEAM &#8216;Very Good&#8217; or above as a planning condition for new commercial developments above a certain size threshold (which varies by authority). Ignoring this at design stage is the most common cause of expensive late-stage redesign.<\/p>\n<h3>Public sector or publicly funded<\/h3>\n<p>Almost always yes. Government Soft Landings (GSL) and most public sector procurement frameworks require BREEAM certification, typically at &#8216;Excellent&#8217; or above.<\/p>\n<h3>Large residential development<\/h3>\n<p>Often yes. BREEAM UK New Construction Residential \u2014 which now includes the integrated Home Quality Mark since the 2025 update \u2014 applies to multi-unit residential developments. Local authorities increasingly include this in planning conditions.<\/p>\n<h3>Single-home new build<\/h3>\n<p>Not usually required. For single dwellings, EPC ratings and Building Regulations Part L compliance handle most regulatory sustainability requirements. Voluntary HQM\/BREEAM certification can support resale value and align with personal sustainability goals, but it&#8217;s a discretionary choice rather than a planning trigger.<\/p>\n<h3>Domestic refurbishment or extension<\/h3>\n<p>Almost never required. BREEAM Domestic Refurbishment exists for ambitious projects, but the vast majority of home extensions, loft conversions, and renovations rely on Building Regulations and EPC ratings rather than formal BREEAM certification. For more on regulatory requirements, see our guide to <a href=\"\/extending-your-home-essential-design-and-build-considerations\/\">extending your home<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Listed building or conservation work<\/h3>\n<p>BREEAM rarely applies. Heritage frameworks (Historic England guidance, listed building consent processes, conservation area requirements) typically take precedence. For Oxford-specific planning context, see our guide to <a href=\"\/permitted-development-in-oxford\/\">permitted development in Oxford<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re unsure whether BREEAM applies to your project, the quickest answer is usually contained in the planning conditions on your site \u2014 or, before planning, in the local authority&#8217;s Local Plan policies on sustainable development.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><!-- ========== SECTION 6: CERTIFICATION PROCESS ========== --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"certification-process\">The certification process<\/h2>\n<p>BREEAM certification is a structured process managed by an independent Licensed BREEAM Assessor working alongside the project team. There are typically two key certification stages for new construction projects:<\/p>\n<h3>Stage 1: Design Stage Assessment<\/h3>\n<p>Carried out at RIBA Stage 4 (Technical Design) before construction begins. The Assessor evaluates designs, specifications, energy modelling, and environmental reports against BREEAM criteria. A successful Design Stage Assessment results in an interim certificate confirming the target rating is achievable. This is often required by lenders and planning authorities before construction starts.<\/p>\n<h3>Stage 2: Post-Construction Assessment<\/h3>\n<p>Carried out after practical completion. The Assessor verifies that the as-built building matches the design assumptions through site inspections, contractor records, and commissioning evidence. A successful Post-Construction Assessment results in the final BREEAM certificate.<\/p>\n<h3>Typical timelines<\/h3>\n<p>Each assessment stage typically takes 6\u201312 weeks once evidence is fully submitted, but the practical timeline runs across the full project programme \u2014 Design Stage Assessment happens during design, Post-Construction Assessment after handover. BREEAM should be planned in from the very start of the project, not added later.<\/p>\n<h3>Validity<\/h3>\n<p>BREEAM New Construction certification is valid indefinitely \u2014 it reflects the building&#8217;s sustainability at completion. BREEAM In-Use, by contrast, applies to operational buildings and must be renewed every three years to demonstrate ongoing performance.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><!-- ========== SECTION 7: HOW A CONTRACTOR DELIVERS ========== --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"contractor-role\">How a contractor delivers to BREEAM standards<\/h2>\n<p>An important distinction: the building contractor is not the BREEAM Assessor. Independence between these roles is central to the system&#8217;s credibility. The Assessor is an independent third party, licensed by BRE; the contractor is the team that actually builds the project to the specification.<\/p>\n<p>What this means in practice is that the contractor&#8217;s role in BREEAM delivery breaks down into four areas:<\/p>\n<h3>Specification compliance<\/h3>\n<p>Building exactly to the specified materials, products, and systems \u2014 many BREEAM credits depend on specific material certifications (responsible sourcing, recycled content, low-VOC paints), specific product approvals, and specific installation methods. Substitution at site level can lose credits silently if not flagged and re-assessed.<\/p>\n<h3>Evidence gathering<\/h3>\n<p>BREEAM is evidence-based. The contractor&#8217;s site team needs to collect and retain documentation as work progresses: delivery notes for certified materials, commissioning records, site waste management records, ecological surveys, and construction-stage energy data. Late-stage evidence reconstruction is slow, expensive, and often incomplete.<\/p>\n<h3>Site management practices<\/h3>\n<p>Several BREEAM management credits depend on demonstrably good site practices \u2014 Considerate Constructors Scheme participation, construction stage water and energy monitoring, formal waste segregation, and protection of ecological features during works. These are operational matters the contractor controls.<\/p>\n<h3>Coordination with the Assessor<\/h3>\n<p>Successful BREEAM delivery requires the contractor and Assessor to be in regular communication throughout the project. Issues flagged early can usually be resolved without losing credits; issues discovered at Post-Construction Assessment often can&#8217;t.<\/p>\n<p>Lynch Brother Homes works as principal contractor on projects where BREEAM compliance is a planning condition or client requirement, alongside the project team&#8217;s appointed Licensed BREEAM Assessor. Our role is delivery to specification and evidence support \u2014 not assessment \u2014 and we coordinate with the Assessor from RIBA Stage 4 through post-construction handover. If you&#8217;re commissioning a BREEAM-rated project in Oxfordshire and need a contractor who understands the delivery requirements, <a href=\"\/contact\/\">get in touch<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><!-- ========== SECTION 8: ALTERNATIVES ========== --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"alternatives\">BREEAM alternatives (LEED, HQM, WELL, Ska)<\/h2>\n<p>BREEAM is the dominant UK and European sustainability scheme, but several alternatives exist for specific contexts:<\/p>\n<h3>LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)<\/h3>\n<p>The US equivalent of BREEAM, run by the US Green Building Council. Predominantly used in North America. Points-based rather than percentage-based. Tends to weight energy efficiency and indoor environmental quality more heavily than BREEAM, while BREEAM places more weight on ecology, transport, and management. Most major UK projects use BREEAM; LEED appears mainly on US-headquartered corporate developments.<\/p>\n<h3>Home Quality Mark (HQM)<\/h3>\n<p>The UK&#8217;s residential sustainability scheme, originally developed by BRE as the residential counterpart to BREEAM. Since 2025, HQM has been integrated into BREEAM UK New Construction Residential, meaning the two schemes are now part of a single framework rather than separate certifications.<\/p>\n<h3>WELL Building Standard<\/h3>\n<p>Focuses specifically on occupant health, wellness, and productivity rather than overall environmental sustainability. Often used alongside BREEAM (a building can be both BREEAM &#8216;Excellent&#8217; and WELL Platinum) rather than instead of it. Increasingly common on premium commercial fit-outs.<\/p>\n<h3>Ska Rating<\/h3>\n<p>UK-specific scheme developed by RICS for office and retail fit-outs and refurbishments. Simpler and quicker than BREEAM, suitable for smaller-scale interior projects. Ska is often appropriate where BREEAM is too heavyweight for the project scope.<\/p>\n<h3>DGNB<\/h3>\n<p>The German sustainability framework, widely used in Germany and Central Europe. Emphasises economic and social sustainability alongside environmental performance. Rarely seen on UK projects.<\/p>\n<p><!-- ========== SECTION 9: FAQs (with FAQ schema \u2014 see bottom of file) ========== --><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"faqs\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<h3>Is BREEAM mandatory in the UK?<\/h3>\n<p>BREEAM is not nationally mandatory by law, but many UK local planning authorities require it as a planning condition for major commercial, public sector, and large residential developments \u2014 typically at &#8216;Very Good&#8217; or above. Whether BREEAM applies to your specific project depends on your site&#8217;s planning conditions and the relevant local authority&#8217;s Local Plan. Single-home residential builds and most domestic refurbishments are not usually subject to BREEAM requirements.<\/p>\n<h3>How much does BREEAM certification cost?<\/h3>\n<p>BREEAM costs vary significantly by project size and target rating. Assessor fees alone typically range from \u00a38,000 to \u00a325,000+ for new construction projects, with additional design and specification costs depending on the target rating. Hitting &#8216;Very Good&#8217; usually adds 1\u20133% to project costs; &#8216;Excellent&#8217; adds 2\u20135%; &#8216;Outstanding&#8217; can add 5\u201310%+. Much of this is offset over the building&#8217;s life through reduced operational costs and higher asset value.<\/p>\n<h3>Does BREEAM apply to home extensions or loft conversions?<\/h3>\n<p>Almost never. BREEAM is designed for whole-building assessments \u2014 new builds, refurbishments, and operational buildings. Domestic extensions and loft conversions fall under Building Regulations (particularly Part L for energy efficiency) rather than BREEAM. The exception is where an extension forms part of a wider BREEAM-certified development. For most homeowners considering an extension, EPC compliance and Building Regulations are the relevant frameworks.<\/p>\n<h3>What&#8217;s the difference between BREEAM and EPC?<\/h3>\n<p>EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) is a mandatory rating for almost all UK buildings being sold, let, or constructed, focused narrowly on operational energy use. BREEAM is a voluntary holistic sustainability assessment covering 10 categories including ecology, transport, materials, and waste \u2014 energy is only one part. EPC is a regulatory minimum; BREEAM is a market-leading premium certification. Most BREEAM-rated buildings will also have strong EPC ratings, but the schemes serve different purposes.<\/p>\n<h3>How does BREEAM relate to Net Zero and the UK&#8217;s 2050 targets?<\/h3>\n<p>BREEAM Version 7 is explicitly built around whole-life carbon assessment, making it one of the more practical frameworks for demonstrating Net Zero alignment on individual buildings. While BREEAM certification doesn&#8217;t automatically equate to Net Zero status, the Version 7 methodology provides audit-ready data on operational and embodied carbon that aligns with UK Net Zero reporting requirements and the EU Taxonomy.<\/p>\n<h3>How long does BREEAM certification take?<\/h3>\n<p>Each assessment stage (Design Stage and Post-Construction) typically takes 6\u201312 weeks once evidence is fully submitted, but the certification process runs across the full project programme. Design Stage Assessment happens at RIBA Stage 4; Post-Construction Assessment happens after practical completion. The earlier BREEAM is built into the project, the more straightforward and cost-effective the process.<\/p>\n<p><!-- ========== ABOUT THE AUTHOR + SOFT CTA ========== --><\/p>\n<div class=\"author-box\">\n<hr \/>\n<h2>About the author<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Henry Lynch<\/strong> is Managing Director of Lynch Brother Homes, which he set up with John Lynch in 2018. The Lynch family has built in Oxfordshire since 1984. From apprentice carpenter to overseeing more than 500 building projects across the county, Henry was named Oxfordshire Young Business Person of the Year in 2025. He writes about construction, planning and building practice for homeowners and clients.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/henry-lynch-bio\/\">Read Henry&#8217;s full bio<\/a> \u00a0\u00b7\u00a0 <a href=\"\/contact\/\">Commissioning a BREEAM-rated project in Oxfordshire? Get in touch.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!--\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"Article\",\n  \"headline\": \"What Is BREEAM? Costs, Ratings & How It Affects Your Project (UK 2026 Guide)\",\n  \"description\": \"What is BREEAM, who needs it, and how does the UK 2026 system work? 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