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Factsheet: BRE 25° and 45° Rules of Thumb

Natasha Bray

Natasha Bray

Partner – Building Consultancy

31st Jul 2026

Jonathan Ray

Right to Light Surveyor, Associate Partner

This factsheet provides an overview of the BRE 25° and 45° rules of thumb used in the early stages of daylight and sunlight assessments. The tests offer an initial indication of potential impacts and help establish whether further technical assessment may be necessary.

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