Planning Permission for Loft Conversions

For those who are looking for extra space to use as a bedroom / office then loft conversions are the perfect solution. Adding extra space to your home gives you more flexibility for how you use it.

According to market research, converting your loft to act as a fully functional room can increase the value of your home by up to 20%. No matter how you choose to use your room, it will be able to increase your homes market value. A loft conversion are flexible and widely sought; as such, the next owner will benefit from its functionality too.

So, planning permission?

It's down to your house, it's location, the design of your conversion and more specifics, as to whether you will require planning permission for your loft conversion. If you intend to extend or alter the roof space then you will need to seek further guidance. Local councils and government websites act as your best free resource for advice, as they are based on current building and planning legislation.

If you wish to add to your house further, you may want to consider a house extension. House extensions allow you to add further leisure areas to your home. Much like loft conversions, they will add to the market value of your home significantly. Your home extension may need planning permission. This will depend on how big the extension is and, to avoid doubt, it is best to check with your local council or through the UK planning portal.

London Basement Conversion

Those who have basement space available may wish to consider a basement conversion. Whether or not you can extend your basement will depend on structural and ventilation requirements, but doing so will add extra living areas. A combination of a loft, basement and house extension can help you utilise all the available areas in and around your home, thus increasing the market value and allowing you to gain significant capital should you ever choose to sell your house.