After significant event like fire, sometimes local councils will impose new regulations and fire safety standards. New regulations may also have been introduced since your home was initially built.
In case of damage done to buildings we will cover the extra cost or reinstatement of the destroyed or damaged building made necessary to comply with Government or Local authority requirements. Whether you are covered for these costs depends on your policy. An example of a clause to look out for is:
“We will also pay any additional costs required for your buildings to comply with government or local authority by-laws.”