Part 5: Other provisions about safety standards, etc. New Homes Ombudsman scheme Section 138: "Relevant owner", "new build home" and "developer" Background
This is a new provision.
Example: Review the definition of a developer
The Welsh Ministers may review the definition of a developer after a certain period of time and decide that another category of persons should be included in it (for example where a new development or sales structure has emerged). This provides flexibility to ensure those who are intended to be members of the New Homes Ombudsman should be.
If the Welsh Ministers identify an additional category of persons who they consider should be included in the category of developer in Wales, before regulations are made, the Welsh Ministers must consult with both the Secretary of State and Scottish Ministers, and the designated Northern Ireland department before bringing forward regulations.
If the relevant national authority chooses to make regulations, the respective procedure for the relevant national authority will be set out in section 139. For example, in England, the relevant national authority is the Secretary of State and if the Secretary of State decides to make such regulations, and the consultation requirements are met, a draft of the regulations will be subject to approval by each House of Parliament.