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We're in the early stages of planning a loft conversion and would really appreciate some advice on a few points:


I understand you don't need planning permission for a rear dormer. But what is the likelihood of getting planning permission for a front dormer too? There's a mixture of properties along our road (ie no uniformity to housing), with a pretty ugly front dormer next door - although I don't think it got planning permission.?


Our loft height is close to what I think is the minimum recommended for a conversion - 2metres. Does anyone have experience of having a low attic conversion, and does it feel cramped for a master bedroom? Any tips on maximising the space??


It's going to be very tight as to whether we can fit in exactly what we want. I'm unwilling to enter into a contract without knowing that we can achieve our wishes, but we've been told by our preferred company that although it 'should' be possible they won't provide drawings before we sign, and these wouldn't be accurate enough to provide a guarantee still anyway. Apparently they can't confirm the finished ceiling height until the suspended floor is in place. This seems a little too far down the line for my liking! It's not worth us doing this project unless we can get the layout we want. Any advice please??


Many thanks to anyone taking the time to help!

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Some good general advice on extensions, inc loft conversions, for the layperson...


http://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/existing-homes/extending/20-things-you-need-know-extending-your-home



ETA: Since the article was published, PD rights have been temporarily relaxed with respect to rear extensions.

Yes, lowering the floor is an option so you can always create the space you need and while its more expensive, within the general costs of doing a loft conversion, its not that significant an extra cost-- just very messy according to a friend who had to do the same.


Planning really don't like front dormers but if there are already a few on your street you may have a chance though it will really depend on the officer you get.

LondonMix Wrote:

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> Planning really don't like front dormers but if

> there are already a few on your street you may

> have a chance though it will really depend on the

> officer you get.


Precedent is often over-egged. Planning Law constantly gets amended over time, so what has been allowed in the past doesn't mean it will be allowed now, or in the future. Current planning thinking is that front dormers are definitely to be frowned upon...

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