Making substantial changes to your home can be a daunting prospect and we understand that this can put some people off from the process. Making Rooms is driven by a team dedicated to making sure its clients are well cared for and their project delivered to the highest standard and on time. To help ease any potential concerns, below are some of the most frequently asked questions we receive. However, we can answer any questions you might have, alongside project specific questions, during our initial client meeting.
FAQ
Not necessarily, it may be possible to convert your loft under lawful development, providing your meet the criteria set out in the government legislation introduce in October 2008. For your property to qualify it must be a house, must not be in a conservation area and if it is a leasehold property, you must have held the lease for at least 7 years. When converting your loft under lawful development you must match the existing materials of the property and must build within the volume quota relevant to the type of property in which you live: Terrance = 40m3 Semi-detached = 50m3 Detached = 50m3
Do I need planning permission to convert my loft?
Yes, you will need written permission from your freeholder in order to convert your loft.
If I own my property leasehold, do I need the freeholder permission?
Yes, but Making Rooms can arrange all local authority permissions on your behalf should you wish. This includes drawing all the plans, making the application and liaising with the council on your behalf to ensure your application is successful.
Do I need to arrange local authority permission?
It takes approximately 8 weeks for the council to decide on your application, this is the same for planning permission and lawful development.
How long does it take to get permission for a loft conversion?
It takes approximately 2-4 weeks to conduct a survey, draw up the plans and get them registered with the local council.
How long does it take to draw up the plans for a loft conversion?
Yes, it is necessary to apply for building regulations when converting your loft.
Do I need to apply for building regulations when I convert my loft?
Typically, within 2-4 weeks of all permissions being obtained.
How quickly can work commence?
During the first four weeks, the builders normally enter through the roof and then access the house during the final stages. This keeps disruption to a minimum. All materials are brought in externally the roof.
How much mess and disruptions will there be?
Construction work is usually completed within 6-8 weeks, Depending of your size, scope and any specification of the conversion.
How long will my conversion take?
Yes, Making Rooms hereby Guarantees other than ‘fair Wear And Tear or Abuse’ all workmanship carried out by Making Rooms, and materials used by Making Rooms are covered by a 10 year guarantee from the completion date. The plumbing and electrics are not covered in the 10 year guarantee; they are covered for 2 years only.
