loft extension

[brenda]

I live in a 2 bed bungalow , built about 1933, would like a loft extension , but do not know how to go about this.Are there regs that I need to follow and would the bulding support the weight.
Any advice welcome
Thanks in advance.

[jackthehat]

Where abouts in the country, are you ?

[terambulan]

I read that loft conversions do not need Planning permission

https://www.planningportal.gov.uk/england/genpub/en/1115315235153.html

[brenda]

To jackthehat ---
North East u.k
Thanks

[Ethel]

Planning permission may not be required but you would still need building regs.

This is an excellent guide:
http://www.charlesgrosvenor.co.uk/loft_convers ion_regulations.htm

[terambulan]

This could help if you're not altering the roof

http://www.house-extension.co.uk/conversions/c onversions_planning.htm

[jackthehat]

If you are not intending to alter the plane of the roof nor add dormers, PP is not usually required. Depending upon the status of your bungalow, detached, semi, terraced, etc. you will probably be able to carry out the works under 'Permitted Development Rights'.

If you are in a conservation area, the nature of any roof-lights will have to be agreed with the Planning Department.

You will need Building Regulations Approval (this will also help when you come to sell the property as it will confirm to any prospective purchaser that the works have been carried out properly).

Get yourself an Architectural Technician (we are usually cheaper than Architects) to discuss your plans. The building ought to be of robust enough construction to support any additional load...............however, the arrangement of the internal supporting walls may determine how difficult/expensive the project will be.

Also be prepared to lose space downstairs to accommodate the stair..............

[brenda]

Thank you form your helpful answers .Brilliant.