New Build Loft Space

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Discussion started by Jude Uyi
Started on Sat, 17/10/2009 - 13:49

I am building a new house but I am told by my builder that I cant insulate and put floors on the loft space for future conversion.

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Re: New Build Loft Space

Rose
Mon, 19/10/2009 - 10:58
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We haven't been told that and have planning permisssion for very high insulation in the loft.

Rose

#2

loft conversion/extension?

Julian Lloyd (not verified)
Wed, 14/07/2010 - 13:11
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I am wanting to convert my loft any any advice would be useful at this stage.

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Re: New Build Loft Space

D Osbourne (not verified)
Wed, 14/07/2010 - 14:03
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There's a good guide to loft conversions here:

http://www.homebuilding.co.uk/feature/loft-conversions-guide

Good luck.

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Re: Re: New Build Loft Space

Rose
Tue, 10/08/2010 - 15:23
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Our build is up and running. We have put masses of insulation in the roof and floor but the building inspector did tell us that we couldn't plaster the walls as it would then count as a habitable room which we don't have permission for. We have designed it so that it can be converted in the future if required.

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Re: New Build Loft Space

John PM
Tue, 10/08/2010 - 22:13
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Hi
One thing you need to bear in mind if you intend to convert the loft to a habitable space at a later date is that building control will require all doors and linings within the stair enclosure at ground and first floor to have a 30 min fire rating once you go to a third storey.

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