The Building By-Law in Malaysia short course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the legal and regulatory framework that governs building design and construction in Malaysia. The course introduces learners to the Uniform Building By-Laws (UBBL), local authority requirements, and relevant Acts that interior designers, architects, engineers, and construction professionals must comply with in their practice.
Throughout the program, students will learn how building by-laws influence site planning, building design, safety, accessibility, fire protection, structural requirements, and building services. Real-world examples and case studies are used to show how by-laws apply to residential, commercial, and public projects, ensuring participants gain not just theoretical knowledge but also practical insights for project compliance.
The Building By-Law in Malaysia short course provides learners with a practical introduction to the Uniform Building By-Laws (UBBL) and related regulations that shape the country’s building and construction industry. It is designed to help participants understand how legal requirements directly affect design decisions, project approvals, and construction practices.
The program covers essential areas such as building safety, accessibility standards, fire protection, building height and setback controls, structural requirements, and building services. Learners will also explore how by-laws apply differently to residential, commercial, and public projects, supported by case studies and real-world applications.
Emphasis is placed on practical application, ensuring students not only know the rules but also how to apply them when preparing drawings, seeking approvals from local councils, or coordinating with consultants.
By the end of the course, participants will gain the confidence to interpret and apply building by-laws in Malaysia, enabling them to design safe, compliant, and approval-ready projects. This makes the course especially useful for interior design and architecture students, junior professionals, and those entering the construction and design industry.
Gain an overview of Malaysia’s construction regulatory system. Learn the basics of the Uniform Building By-Laws (UBBL), the role of local authorities in approvals, and the importance of by-laws in ensuring safety in design and construction.
Understand key requirements for building design, including height, plot ratio, and setbacks. Explore fire safety regulations, accessibility provisions for persons with disabilities, and study real-world residential and commercial case studies.
Learn about ventilation, natural lighting, and sanitary provisions. Cover structural and material standards, mechanical and electrical service requirements, and an introduction to green building and environmental compliance.
Apply UBBL requirements to interior and architectural projects. Practice preparing drawings and submission documents for authorities, identify common approval mistakes, and analyze a sample project for compliance in a hands-on workshop.
4-Day Short Course: Building By-Law in Malaysia
Day 1: Introduction to Building By-Laws & Legal Framework
Overview of Malaysia’s construction regulatory framework
Introduction to Uniform Building By-Laws (UBBL)
Roles of local authorities in approvals and compliance
Importance of by-laws in design and construction safety
Day 2: Building Design & Safety Regulations
Requirements for building height, plot ratio, and setbacks
Fire safety by-laws: fire escapes, exit routes, and fire resistance
Accessibility requirements (ramps, lifts, facilities for persons with disabilities)
Case studies: residential and commercial projects
Day 3: Building Services & Technical Requirements
Ventilation, natural lighting, and sanitary provisions
Structural and material regulations
Mechanical and electrical service requirements
Green building and environmental compliance (intro to sustainability provisions)
Day 4: Application & Case Studies
Applying UBBL requirements in interior and architectural projects
Preparing drawings and documents for authority submissions
Common mistakes in approvals and how to avoid them
Final workshop: analyzing a sample project for compliance
Junior Interior Designer / Architect
Assistant Drafter / CAD Technician
Project Coordinator
Building Compliance Officer
Site Supervisor
Project Manager (Construction/Design)
Regulatory Consultant
Senior Architect / Interior Designer
Urban Planning & Development Consultant
Construction Law & Policy Specialist
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