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A loft conversion for your house is considered to be permitted development, not requiring an application for planning permission, subject to the following limits and conditions: A volume allowance of 40 cubic metres additional roof space for terraced houses* If any of the conditions below are not met you will require planning permission.

 

• The loft conversion does not extend beyond the plane of the existing roof slope.

• No part of the loft conversion is higher than the existing roof.

• No verandas, balconies or raised platforms are to be added.

• Your property is not in an area of outstanding beauty or a conservation area.

• The loft conversion (except hip to gable) is set back 20cm or more from the original eaves.

• The extension does not overhang your property

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For the full list of regulations for planning permission, check your local council's planning portal