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Want to know more about loft conversions?Amazing Space will be happy to help you with every stage of a loft conversion but to help you understand just what is involved we have compiled some useful information you may want to know when converting your loft.
Introduction To Loft ConversionsThere are three main types of loft conversions, these are
roof trussesHouses use a truss frame to support the roof. The roof trusses often take up a lot of space in the loft and may lead you to think that you can not use the space. However it is possible to convert a truss roof by replacing the existing trusses with steal trusses that do not protrude into the loft space. ConsiderationsWhen converting a loft the following things need to be taken into consideration
Planning Permission and loft conversionsLocal authority planning permission may be required depending on the type of work undertaken. Planning offices vary from area to area so there is no written rule of what they will and will not find expectable. Superficially you can look to see if any similar buildings in your area have had similar work as an indication to the likelihood of receiving permission. See this flow chart for information on how planning permission is obtained. Further information provided by the government on planning can be found at their planning portal web site where online applications can now be made Building RegulationsThe building regulations that a loft conversion must satisfy is a large and complex subject. here is just a brief explanation of the major regulations
Raising FinanceIf you don't have the funds to pay for a conversion there are number of ways you can raise it. Remortgaging is the most common way of raising the money. Most mortgage lenders will be happy to provide you with the money. Loans from finance companies are also a possibility but the cost of the load may be greater than going to your original mortgage lender. We are happy to provide written quotations to anyone needing to raise the finance from there mortgage lender or finance company. Further ReadingFor those still wanting more information then checkout our list of links to useful loft conversion web sites
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