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Roof Light Conversion On the outside on a roof light only conversion youwill probably just see Velux windows, for this reason alone (except in somedesignated areas, which you would have to check with your local authority),roof light conversions dont require planning as they do not change the roofline. The success of such a conversiondepends on having enough head height and width in the current loft space tomake it useable. Also if you arebuilding to building regulations you will need a fixed stair case so it alsodepends on the layout on the floor below as the stairs need to finish at apoint with a minimum amount of head clearance Front/Side Dormer Conversion Thesecan be flat roofed or pitched, if possible we would usually recommend pitched,because it retains the character of the property better, however sometimes thisis just not practical. They open out thespace better than just a roof light conversion as well. However you will need planning permission forthem if they are at the front of the house. At the side its different, you dont need permission for the structurebut if the window is overlooking a neighbour you will need permission foranything but obscure glazing. Gable Extension Thisinvolves raising the hipped end of the roof and would be used if there wasntenough useable space in the loft. Againno permission is required providing it doesnt add more than 40m³ to a terracedor 50m³ to a detached or semi detached property, however you will need to checkif you are in a designated area. WrapAround Extension Thisis a very popular option for many semi detached homes as it totally opens upthe loft space. It consists of a gableextension, combined with a large flat roof dormer. Again providing you stay within the permitteddevelopment allowances and dont live in a designated area, you will not needplanning. However as the trend is oftento put a window in the gable end, if youre overlooking a neighbour, you willneed obscure glazing MansardConversionTheseare more common in conservation areas and London and are not something youwould see regularly in West Yorkshire. They are built with a flat roof and a slightly sloping wall whichincorporates small dormers. Morecommonly seen in conservation areas or when planning is required. RearDormer Conversion This is a popular style which allows you to open up the space muchbetter than a traditional dormer. Thisis because purlins are removed, the area often strengthened then with steel ,and the dormer can be extended right out to the roofline. They would also generally be flatroofed. Again no permission requiredproviding you stick within permitted development limits
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