Loft conversions and extensions across Northampton
Loft Conversion Architects in Northampton
Loft conversion services will be provided across Northampton and surrounding areas, each of these will be met with the same award winning standards that our clients know us for. From Veluxs and dormer conversions to roof lifts and mansards, we’re vastly experienced for creating your perfect loft conversion available to all types of property in the Northampton region.
Working with local planning authorities along with building control for all councils in Northampton to gain required permissions in order to have loft conversion be a success. All the way from concepts and surveys to designs, build coordination and approvals, CK Architectural’s services are next to none.
You may book any free consultation with our team today, and that’ll be where we are able to walk you through all aspects of your project, discuss any enquiries or concerns and prepare you for your development journey.
Types of loft conversions/roof extensions:
Rooflight/Velux Loft Conversions
One of the simplest and cheapest ways to convert your loft is by adding a fixed staircase and velux windows. When there is ample headspace already there is no need to add a dormer or hip to gable conversion
Hip to Gable Loft Conversions
This is a popular option for detached or semi-detached properties looking for loft conversions in Liverpool. A hip to gable loft conversion essentially extends your property by replacing the sloping roof with a vertical wall, also known as a gable. The space will feel more like a regular room rather than a loft space.
Dormer Loft Conversions
A dormer loft conversion is an extension to the existing roof that projects vertically from the plane of a hipped/sloping roof. A dormer will give you extra headroom, as well as creating additional floor space to make create more usable space.
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Planning Permission & Building Regulations for Loft Conversions in Northampton
The majority of loft conversions utilise the permitted development rights in Northampton which therefore allows us to avoid any need for full planning permission in most cases. In places where we do need planning permission we will provide you with full planning permission and applications to make everything go by smoothly. While this is going along we will make any required amendments while also liaising on your behalf to get any result you require.
CK Architectural works closely with any local authority and building control offices across Northampton for all of our loft conversion packages that will be then submitted on your behalf before liaising and amending anything that is needed at no additional cost to you so that we may ensure that your loft conversion is seen through till completion.
Permitted Development
In accordance to the new permitted development right, most roof conversions are able be carried out without the need for planning permission. If planning is required, usually for larger conversions, the usual criteria and justification will be met as normal. Some points to consider when wanting permission are overlooking, dominating, keeping in character, size and scale to its neighbours. While accounting for all these we will be able to see you through with the very best chance of success.
Permitted Development Requirements
- No extension beyond the plane of the existing roof slope of the principal elevation that fronts the highway
- No extension to be higher than the highest part of the roof and similar materials.
- No verandas, balconies or raised platforms.
- Side-facing windows to be obscure-glazed; any opening to be 1.7m above the floor.
- Roof extensions, apart from hip to gable ones, are to be set back at least 20cm from the original eaves.
- The roof enlargement cannot overhang the outer face of the wall of the original house.
- Roof extensions are not to be permitted development in designated areas such as AONB (area of outstanding natural beauty), conservation areas, listed building etc.
The Loft Conversion Process
Each and every loft conversion has several variables that come with them but in itself the process is mostly the same through out each. CK Architectural has been through hundreds of loft conversions through out Northampton and across the UK allowing us to know exactly what is needed to make your loft conversion in particular work as a success.
We will begin with a meeting in order to gain a full understanding of what you want exactly from the project entrust us with, following this we will survey your property and create the following designs based upon our insight and your ideas so that we may work towards your perfect conversion. Following these designs we will gain any needed permission while ensuring that all boxes are ticked. Once ready to build we will tackle enquiries and amendments as they come to keep the whole process running smoothly. Changes will be made by us free of any charge so that you may get the required approvals.
The build comes last here where our 5 step process will enable builders to work with detailed drawings to allow you the best possible quality as well as our build coordination services. These services entail that we will be overseeing the project to ensure that no corners are cut and that everything is coming along in a timely manner and as stress-free as possible it can be for you.
