Need Planning Loft Conversion by Loft Conversions Surrey
Planning permission isn't usually needed but it's always best to check. It's best to check with your local planning department to understand what you are allowed to do when it comes to loft conversions. Here at Loft Conversions Surrey, we give you the lowdown on planning a loft conversion.
Planning Permission For Loft Conversions Surrey Loft Conversions
Loft Conversions Surrey say that it's better to contact your planning authority before drafting final plans for a loft conversion to avoid any troubles or added costs.
Installing a stair to your loft space and improving it by boarding it out and lining the walls / rafters? More extensive work is likely to be required and the building regulations are likely to apply. Building regulations apply to loft conversions to ensure that the structural capacity of the existing structure is not endangered and that there are safely designed stairs to the new floor.
Cases Without Needing Planning Permission In Surrey, United Kingdom
Got questions about roof structure / planning constraints, a loft conversion or other home improvement projects that you can undertake without needing planning permission? Contact Loft Conversions Surrey on 01483 323 096 now. Did you know that planning permission to insert a new window or door opening is not required as long as any upper floor windows on the side elevation are glazed with obscured glass (level 4 or 5 obscurity).
You might be surprised to find out what you don't need planning for when it comes to your loft conversion and what can be considered to be permitted development. Roof lights and dormers can be installed under pd, but they most not sit forward of the roof plane on the principal elevation, nor must they be higher than the highest part of the existing roof.
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Loft Conversion Rules In Surrey
Have you thought about appointing a specialist loft conversion company? Loft Conversions Surrey offer a one-stop shop for loft conversions our design department can prepare the necessary drawings and obtain approvals whilst our construction departments will translate the designs into reality.