The Challenge of Automated Compliance Checking: a Regulatory View

Abstract: Automated Compliance Checking (ACC) facilitates rapid and objective review of building permits. The present study, based on in-depth qualitative expert interviews with regulators and ACC experts worldwide, provides an overview of the current ACC advances in place within or linked to regulatory bodies. The interviewees highlighted key challenges, including ambiguous terminology, inconsistencies, and the balance between human oversight and algorithmic decision-making. A comparative analysis of current practices across different countries offers insights into their lessons learned, future plans, and additional research needs.