Loft conversions
Planning drawings and application management for straightforward loft conversions, including dormer and hip-to-gable proposals.
For a typical loft conversion, we prepare the planning drawings needed to explain the proposal clearly, including existing and proposed floor plans, roof plans, elevations and relevant sections. We also manage the appropriate planning application for straightforward projects.
The example on this page shows a hip-to-gable alteration and rear dormer, with a new loft floor, staircase, bathroom arrangement and rooflights.
Some roof alterations fall within permitted-development rights, while others need planning permission. The design, property type, location, previous roof additions and any restrictions must be considered together.
Permitted development can cover certain loft conversions if all limitations and conditions are met, including roof-volume allowances, height, position, materials and window requirements. Designated land and Article 4 Directions may restrict these rights.
A dormer projects from the roof slope to create additional internal headroom and floor space. Its size, position and appearance influence the correct planning route.
A hip-to-gable alteration changes a sloping side roof into a vertical gable wall. It can increase usable roof space, but eligibility depends on the house and the applicable planning rules.
Genuine project work
The client wanted to convert the existing roof space into usable accommodation. The proposal included a hip-to-gable conversion and rear dormer, creating a new loft floor with a new staircase and bathroom, together with two rooflights.
Permitted development — approved.
The drawings show the existing and proposed roof plans, floor plans, sections and elevations used to explain the conversion.
See how we check the planning position, prepare your drawings, submit the application and manage normal planning correspondence.
See How It WorksUnderstand Building Regulations, structural calculations and the separate technical information that may be required before building.
Read About the Next StageSome loft conversions can be permitted development, while others need planning permission. The roof alterations, property and local restrictions all matter.
Some rear dormers can qualify if all relevant volume, height, position, materials and other conditions are met.
It may qualify on some houses within the overall roof-volume allowance, but property type, location and previous roof additions must be checked.
Where rooflights form part of the agreed proposal, their position is shown on the relevant roof plans, elevations and sections.
Building Regulations information and structural calculations may then be required. These are separate from the £695 planning service.
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