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    Is a 1 hour intumescent Metal Meter Box required for '3rd amendment regulations'?

    OK. From their wording, it seemed they were incorrectly saying that as their was only one fire escape, the box needed to be metal etc. But if the reg applies regardless to number of escapes, I guess that answers the question. Although why the bl#!dy thing costs £350, I don't know! Thanks anyway...
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    Is a 1 hour intumescent Metal Meter Box required for '3rd amendment regulations'?

    Hi. Why is that important? They are stating that due to the front door being 'the' fire escape, the meter box has to be metal to comply with regulatory amendments but as there is another escape point on the same floor, my query is whether that regulation still applies? Thanks.
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    Is a 1 hour intumescent Metal Meter Box required for '3rd amendment regulations'?

    Hi. Thanks a lot for your quick reply. We've just completed other work relating to the HMO licence, including new consumer unit, linked smoke alarms, multiple sockets in bedrooms etc. So yes, 3 bedroom flat, multiple occupation but front door not communal to any other properties. Regards
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    Is a 1 hour intumescent Metal Meter Box required for '3rd amendment regulations'?

    Hi If anyone can help with this, I'd really appreciate it! We've been quoted £350 (!) for a metal 'Intumescent' Internal Meter Box, measuring 400x320x160 mm. The Electrician says that as the box is in the hallway, 3rd amendment regulations apply because it is a fire escape. However there is also...

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