Loft Planning Permission by Loft Conversions Bristol
It's important to know whether you are going to need planning permission before you start - especially as it can take a long time to get approval - and you'll also need to make sure that your conversion meets building regulations. As a guide, you shouldn't need planning permission if your proposed conversion satisfies certain conditions but if you're unsure, or think you might need planning permission, an initial discussion with an architect or builder should be able to confirm this.
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In all circumstances you are advised to contact your local planning authority for guidance on local policy before starting any work.
If you lay flooring boards over the existing joists in the loft space, then this may require a building regulations application to building control in your area. Part K of the building regulations that sets measures to prevent, falling, collisions and impact may be relevant when carrying out a loft conversion.
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We would advise you to keep in mind that any additions or modifications made to your home by previous homeowners will need to conform to your planning permission in order to be approved. Planning permission is going to be required where you extend or alter the roof space and it exceeds specified limits and conditions.
If you've got any questions about the rules in place or need to clarify anything, it's always better to be safe than sorry and to contact your local planning authority.
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