{"id":17,"date":"2013-04-16T12:55:21","date_gmt":"2013-04-16T11:55:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/loftconversion.anytrades.co.uk\/?p=17"},"modified":"2013-04-16T12:55:21","modified_gmt":"2013-04-16T11:55:21","slug":"loft-conversion-building-regulations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.local-quotes.co.uk\/guides\/getting-started\/loft-conversion-building-regulations\/","title":{"rendered":"Loft conversion Building Regulations"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In order to convert your loft into a liveable space, you\u2019ll need to have Building Regulations approval.<\/p>\n<p>On this page you\u2019ll find everything you need regarding loft conversion Building Regulations for your home, up to properties of no more than two storeys high.<\/p>\n<table width=\"200\" align=\"right\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.anytrades.co.uk\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/04\/Loft-conversion-4.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-11 lazyload\" alt=\"Loft conversion\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.anytrades.co.uk\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/04\/Loft-conversion-4.jpg\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 200px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 200\/200;\" \/><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\"><i>Image from <a title=\"Double Glazing Windows\" href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/quotatis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">pinterest<\/a><\/i><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Building Regulations need to be met to primarily ensure safety and include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The new floor\u2019s structural strength<\/li>\n<li>The structure\u2019s stability, including new rooftop<\/li>\n<li>Fire safety and escape measures<\/li>\n<li>A safe staircase to connect the room to the rest of the property<\/li>\n<li>Satisfactory insulation to meet energy efficiency needs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>With a loft conversion you may want to improve the storage capabilities or even add extra living space in the form of a bedroom, bathroom, office or even playroom. If you want to remove the hatch and replace it with stairs for ease of access, board the flooring, line the walls and rafters or improve insulation, you\u2019ll probably need to seek Building Regulations.<\/p>\n<p>Whatever your project, it\u2019s recommended to contact Building Control and talk about your project to receive advice and find out information on acts such as The Party Wall.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Creating extra living space<\/strong><\/p>\n<table width=\"200\" align=\"left\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.anytrades.co.uk\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/04\/Loft-conversion-3.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-10 lazyload\" alt=\"Loft conversion\" data-src=\"http:\/\/loftconversion.anytrades.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/04\/Loft-conversion-3-300x183.jpg\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 250px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 250\/250;\" \/><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\"><i>Image from <a title=\"Double Glazing Windows\" href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/quotatis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">pinterest<\/a><\/i><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>When it comes to your loft and converting the room, it\u2019s likely you\u2019ll need to make major alterations to the structure. 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