In almost all countries, building regulations are implemented to guide real estate developers with regards to the way they construct their buildings. These regulations are often implemented on national level, with a more detailed regulation on the local level to suit the community’s needs. Building regulations are necessary as they ensure the public’s welfare, safety and health as well as convenience for people. Regulations also serve as preventive measures to avoid structural collapse in cases of untimely events such as heavy flooding and earthquake. Furthermore, if you are in the real estate business, building inspectors are among many people you will meet as they will see to it that your buildings are in compliance with the applicable building regulations.