2026/27 STATUTORY & COST AUDIT • ICO REG ZC136598
HSE Licensed (ASB5) vs Non-Licensed & NNLW Asbestos Removal: CAR 2012 Rules & Costs
When does asbestos removal require an HSE 14-day ASB5 licence in the UK?
Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR 2012), intact bonded chrysotile asbestos cement garage roofs and vinyl floor tiles are Non-Licensed works (£55–£60/m²). Textured Artex coatings and degraded cement require Notifiable Non-Licensed Work (NNLW, £95/m²). Friable Asbestos Insulating Board (AIB), pipe lagging, and sprayed coatings mandate a full HSE Licensed Contractor, a 14-day ASB5 statutory notice, negative pressure enclosures, and 4-stage air clearance (£165+/m²).
| Asbestos Material Category | HSE CAR 2012 Regime | 2026 Turnkey Cost Band |
|---|---|---|
| Corrugated Asbestos Cement Garage Roof / Gutters | Non-Licensed (UKATA Operative + EWC 17 06 05*) | £55/m² + £285 Gate Fee |
| Textured Artex Ceiling / Wall Coating | NNLW (Health Surveillance + Online HSE Notification) | £95/m² + £285 Gate Fee |
| Asbestos Insulating Board (AIB) Soffits / Boiler Cupboard | HSE Licensed (14-Day ASB5 + Negative Pressure + UKAS Air Test) | £165/m² + Enclosure Setup |
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