Loft Conversions - Styles Accessible

Roof Light Conversion

On the outside on a roof light only conversion you will most likely just see Velux windows, for this reason alone (except in some designated locations, which you would have to check with your local authority), roof light conversions don't require planning as they do not change the roof line. The achievement of such a conversion depends on getting enough head height and width in the current loft space to make it usable. Also if you are building to developing regulations you will need a fixed stair case so it also depends on the layout on the floor beneath as the stairs need to finish at a point with a minimum quantity of head clearance

Front/Side Dormer Conversion

These can be flat roofed or pitched, if possible we would usually suggest pitched, simply because it retains the character of the property much better, however sometimes this is just not practical. They open out the space better than just a roof light conversion as well. Nevertheless you will need planning permission for them if they are at the front of the house. At the side it's different, you don't require permission for the structure but if the window is overlooking a neighbour you will need permission for anything but obscure glazing.

Gable Extension

This involves raising the "hipped" finish of the roof and would be used if there wasn't enough usable space in the loft. Again no permission is needed supplying it doesn't add more than 40m³ to a terraced or 50m³ to a detached or semi detached property, however you will need to check if you are in a designated area.

Wrap Around Extension

This is a extremely popular option for many semi detached homes as it totally opens up the loft space. It consists of a gable extension, combined with a big flat roof dormer. Once more providing you remain inside the permitted development allowances and don't live in a designated region, you will not need planning. Nevertheless as the trend is often to put a window in the gable end, if you're overlooking a neighbour, you will need obscure glazing

Mansard Conversion

These are more common in conservation locations and London and are not something you would see frequently in West Yorkshire. They are constructed with a flat roof and a slightly sloping wall which incorporates little dormers. Much more commonly seen in conservation locations or when planning is needed.

Rear Dormer Conversion

This is a well-liked style which allows you to open up the space a lot much better than a conventional dormer. This is because purlin's are removed, the region frequently strengthened then with steel, and the dormer can be extended right out to the roofline. They would also usually be flat roofed. Once more no permission required providing you stick within permitted development limits.

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