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When it comes to loft conversions, planning permission is not normally required. It's best to check with your local planning department to understand what you are allowed to do when it comes to loft conversions. When you contact us we'll tell you how to work out whether you will need to get planning permission, what building regulations to consider, and any other permissions you may need in place before you get started.
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Loft Conversions Nottingham 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.
If you opt to lay flooring boards over the existing joists in the loft space, you might need a building regulations application to building control. 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 Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
It is worth checking with your local authority whether you will need planning permission if you wanted to extend and convert your loft. 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).
As long as you conform to standards that have been set out by the government, your loft conversion will be considered a permitted development. Solar panels can be added under pd, providing they do not protrude more than 200mm beyond the plane of the wall or roof, and that the highest part of the panel is not higher than the highest part of the roof (excluding the chimney).
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Loft Conversion Rules In Nottingham
You could ask neighbours and friends for a recommendation or search online to find a trusted architect, loft conversion company or experienced builder for your project. Loft Conversions Nottingham offer a one-stop shop for loft conversions their design department will prepare the necessary drawings and obtain the necessary approvals and their construction departments will translate the designs into reality.