A loft conversion is one of the most cost-effective and convenient ways to increase the space of your house while adding some value into it.
Find out to start with your loft conversion ideas with our expert advice to determine the best suitable way to convert your loft.
A loft conversion is a perfect way to add significant value to the house, which can be up to 20% value of the existing property. Many families opt for the loft conversion to obtain more space without enduring costly and stressing the full process of moving.
However, be careful not to outgrow your road, as if you are investing a lot and extending too far, you may end up unlikely to see the return of investment.
Before you start with your loft conversion, you need to work out whether your loft is suitable for conversion are not. You need to check that your house comes under an allowance for permitted development. It means that you do not require any planning permission to go ahead with your conversion planning. You can ask your builder or architect to visit and check if you need any planning permission.
You should assess whether your loft is suitable for conversion. Mainly you should check three things:
Can take an idea from other conversions on your street
Checking your neighbour's loft can give you a rough idea for more possibilities and conversion designs. Also, you can ask them for any references.
Once you have a plan in your kind about your house establishment, think about how you would like to use it. Perhaps you want an extra bedroom or a playroom or space where you can spend your free time. Also, you can think about changing it into a multi-functional room or in storage as in-built space. However, it entirely depends on your requirement, and if you are not sure you can take help from your family members or your architect.
Who should approach for the loft conversion?
From the four main types of loft conversion, you can choose the most suitable one for you. However, before selecting any, determine your house type, age of your house and budget. For your guidance, here we are sharing brief details about the types of conversion:
There is a possibility that your conversion may not need any planning permission. However, it is always advisable to check it with the council to be sure.
Nevertheless, if you are extending the roof space or exceed specified limits, like if your plan is going higher than the current highest part of the roof, you may have to apply for planning permission. Also, some properties don't have permitted development rights, so without submitting a full planning application, you may not be able to build your extension. But in the following conditions, you do not need to have permission:
Conversion rules
You may also need to check whether your loft conversion is subject to the party wall act 1996. If yes, then you must have adjoining owners notice.
You can contact your contractor for more planning rules information.
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