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If you need a number for a structural engineer, I can strongly recommend the engineer that I use, very pro-active, PM me for details, or give me a call.

Hi, you don't normally need permission as long as it is no higher than 150mm from the roof plane (you can get 'conservation' style roof lights which have slimmer frames and glazing bars which might be more appropriate). Side facing widows should also be obscure and non opening below 1.7m. Best to always check with planning, you can call them on 0114 2039183

Window replacement (non competent persons scheme) is £96 inc VAT upto 20 windows per dwelling. These are LABC fees; if your property is listed or in a conservation area then planning permission might be required.

These plans aren't really complicated, if anything they could do with more information on them! For planning permission (if required) you would need existing and proposed plans and elevations, and also some building sections and specification notes - this will enable a builder to give you a much more accurate quotation for the works - in my opinion the more detail and information on the drawings the better. See case studies on my website for examples.

Hi, have a look at my website here, I have all the links to the data sheets which advise what is permitted development and what is not. My company is currently developing some standard garden structures, could be used as offices, summer houses etc, whatever really, and we could certainly look at bespoke builds to. The specification in brief would be, fully (highly) insulated, water and air tight structure, timber cladding, either PPC metal framed windows/doors or timber, fully dry lined and skimmed, full electrics (lights, sockets and switches) and data (if required), floor finish, skirting boards. Modern design, base model is currently 3.6 x 2.4m, variants in 1.2m modules sizes. Prices haven’t been worked out yet, as the drawings haven't been priced, but I would expect for a turnkey solution, 8-12K.

Building control will still need a record of the works, so yes simple plans and specification notes would be required. A costs for these type of plans would be greatly reduced on the previous quote that I gave you, let me know if you need another. Kind regards, Simon.

Smart website James, certainly seems a clear layout, and clear what it does, will it will compare prices of agents? Thanks, Simon.

Congrats to you, well done!

Hi, planning permission would not normally be required for this type of work, however it may be best to check with the LA. Building regulations will apply though, especially in terms of thermal resistance, and impact safety, as you will be having glazing below 800mm which is classed as a critical location, the glazing should be safe breakage as defined in the building regulations, so you just to ensure that your glazing company installs this - any reputable company will know their duties. Regards,

Very good advice, on both accounts! If you need any further advice maggie007, please get in contact, I would be happy to meet.

I thought about pulling up this document, but then though better of it - thanks for your input, you found the answer quicker than I would have! Have we scared you away yet Hessian32?

Yes this may well be the case, however every PP that I have had passed asks for (planning condition) the development to be started no later than three years from the expiration of the decision, which this link states, but is also a bit vague about what other time scales are in order?! http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/planning/applications/decisionmaking/permissiongranted

Planning permission lasts for 3 years now (since 2005 I believe), so slightly less time to save those pennies, unfortunately!

well, a loft conversion might start at about £15k, that would be build cost for a 'shell' fit out probably on top, also see this other posts for other fees payable http://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/showthread.php?t=800896 hope this helps?

Hi as localler says, it will be difficult for a builder to give a price for work without drawings. However, you probably dont want to have to pay out for drawing work to realise you cannot afford the build. Your loft conversion cost will depend on a number of factors, not to mention size and complexity. I would be happy to meet on site with a builder to discuss my fees and associated costs - planning permission etc and what other consultants maybe required, namely a structural engineer, and try to give you some idea about cost. please take a look through my site. Kind regards.