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COMMON OBSTACLES

Where can we locate the stair case?
There are a number of compulsory and practical issues to consider for stair location.We have much experience of suggesting a suitable location for the staircase to access your loft whist causing minimum impact on the existing living space.

We can always come round and give you some ideas.

Do I need planning permission?
Planning permission is only needed if you live in a green belt/conservation area or if you want to add a dormer and have an existing extension.

If you are considering options which need planning permission it usually takes about 8 weeks from application to approval.

What about building regulation?
Every loft conversion needs building regulations approval. Structural drawings/plans will need to be submitted to your Local Authority for approval. Building regulations are concerned mainly with fire regulations and structural stability.

How do I get drawings/plans drawn up?
We work together with local architects who will draw up the plans needed for the building regulations application.

Limited ceiling height?
There is no compulsory minimum headroom required for a loft conversion however we recommend a minimum ceiling height of 5ft for a children's room and at least 6ft for an adult's room.

How will we cope with the building mess?
We put scaffolding up at the start of the project so the majority of work is carried out from the outside. We only break-through the ceiling below the loft when it has been plaster-boarded. Before breaking- through we tape up around the doors and put sheets on the floor to protect your carpets.

Afterwards we hoover up any dust and mess and at no time throughout the work is your home left untidy. We appreciate that we can go home at night but you cannot.

How long will it take?
PLANNING
Discussing the options, drawing up plans and making the building regulations application usually takes about 4 weeks. This happens before work can start.

BUILDING
Most projects take 8 weeks from the start of building work to completion, when the plaster board finish is ready for decoration. We will also decorate if you want and this just adds on decorating time.