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Loft conversions A to Z- D is for dormer
A dormer is a major roof conversions and requires expert planning. It is paramount that permitted development guidelines are followed otherwise the local planning department has the legitimate powers to remove the dormer. These includes the size of the dormer and the position of the dormer base from the eaves. Flat roof dormers are the most common type of dormers as the create the most added room to your loft space.
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Tagged dormer loft conversions
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Do I need planning permission for a loft conversion?
Planning permission is not required if the above four points do not apply. Permitted developments were extended in October 2008 to allow roof extensions
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Loft Conversions and fire doors
Saftety is first. Lofts are located on the top floor of a house, so we recommend all our customers to consider fire escape routes. A loft conversion on the third floor of a house will need a fire door to … Continue reading
Loft conversion Planning
Planning permission for buildings consent was introduced in 1947, prior to then planning was not required. Loft conversions generally do not require planning provided that the building in not in a conservation area and is not listed. Rear and side … Continue reading
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Tagged Contact Us, Loft Conversion, Loft conversion Process, Planning
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Stairway to extra room
I often get asked,” where is the staircase going to be to my potential Loft Conversion?”. The location of the staircase is key to the loft conversion working in your home. Our designers are trained and experienced to design your … Continue reading
Posted in Investment and Why Convert, Planning
Tagged Additional Room, Additional Space, Benefits, Loft, Stairs
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Part Build Loft Conversions
A Loft Conversion can be Part-built, that is, not fully completed and only built to a certain stage. This is obviously much cheaper than a fully completed loft conversion. Part build Loft Conversions can cost around 30% less than a … Continue reading
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Tagged High Quality, Loft Conversions, Planning, Touchstone Lofts
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Loft Conversions without planning permission
Planning permission is rarely required for a loft conversion, even if you want a rear dormer, new permitted development changes in 2007 allows most loft conversions to proceed without any Planning requirements.
Posted in Loft conversion Process, Permitted Developments, Planning
Tagged Loft Conversion, Planning, Touchstone Lofts
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