Need Permission Loft Conversion by Loft Conversions Maidstone
A loft conversion for your Maidstone house is considered to be permitted development, not requiring an application for planning permission, subject to select limits and conditions. If your Maidstone property is listed or located in a conversation area, then you will need to apply for planning permission. When you call Loft Conversions Maidstone, we give you the lowdown on planning a loft conversion.
Contact Local Maidstone Planning Authority For Conversion Permission
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. You should contact your Maidstone planning authority for loft conversion permission before making any changes to your home.
You can increase your chances of securing planning permission for your loft conversion with a couple of easy tweaks. Loft conversions must not exceed the a number of allowances in order to be permitted.
Maidstone, Kent Building Regulations
When converting a loft, you will always need building regulations approval. Part K of the building regulations sets measures to prevent, falling, collisions and impact and will likely apply to your loft conversion in Maidstone.
Remember that your loft conversion will be considered a permitted development as long as you conform to standards that have been set out by the government. Loft conversion projects can be complex and often include liability assumed under the Party Wall Act 1996, so it's worth discussing your project with a specialist site insurance provider before proceeding.
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Loft Conversions Maidstone Rules And Regulations For Loft Conversions
The regulations your loft conversion needs to conform to will be similar across the UK but do differ slightly so it's best to check ahead of starting any work. According to the Maidstone council, all dormers on principal elevations (fronts of homes) and all dormers in conservation areas or on listed buildings require planning permission.