Gateway 2 is the pre-construction stop point for HRBs. Use this template to assemble the design intent package the BSR expects before you apply for approval to commence building work.
Submission administration
- BSR application reference and project identifiers
- Named submission owner and competent signatory
- List of co-submitters / duty holders included in pack
- Version register for all documents in submission
Design intent — fire safety
- Fire strategy report (current issue)
- Fire risk assessment (construction phase)
- Means of warning and escape strategy
- Compartmentation and fire-stopping schedule
- External wall system and cladding fire performance evidence
- Smoke control and ventilation design
- Fire service access and facilities statement
Design intent — structure
- Structural concept and stability strategy
- Design calculations summary
- Key structural risk assumptions and mitigation
- Material specifications for safety-critical elements
Design intent — building services
- MEP layouts affecting fire or structural safety
- Sprinkler / suppression design (if applicable)
- Emergency lighting and power resilience
- Lift and evacuation lift provisions (if applicable)
Management & control plans
- Construction control plan
- Change control procedure
- Quality assurance plan for safety-critical works
- Inspection and test plan (ITP) for regulated systems
Golden thread at Gateway 2
- Information requirements matrix (what, when, who)
- Naming convention and folder structure
- Evidence of digital or physical record-keeping approach
- Plan for as-built updates through construction
Readiness sign-off
- Principal Designer review complete
- Principal Contractor construction readiness confirmed
- Client / developer approval to submit
- Outstanding conditions from Gateway 1 closed or tracked
BSR expectations evolve. Cross-check this index against the latest BSR Gateway 2 guidance before submission.
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