we can work to your plans
NHBC guidelines
the windows below and be positioned so as to
respect the symmetry of the existing building. They
should be regularly spaced, though not necessarily
immediately above the windows below. However
dormers positioned at the edge of the roof will look
visually weak and produce an unbalanced elevation.
Most properties have permitted development rights
which means that you can extend your property
within certain limits without any further involvement
from your planning department. You are allowed to
extend terrace dwelling by 50 cubic metres and
semi-detached dwelling by 70 cubic metres. If you
have already extended your property the volume
must be deducted from your PDR and if you back
onto a highway you will require planning
permission. We will write to your planning
department on your behalf, enclosing a drawing
detailing your proposal and requesting confirmation
whether you require planning approval or not.
elevation dormers
building line and below the ridge line of the
existing roof. They should be visually subordinate
to the roof slope. Whenever possible and
instructed to do so we will use reclaimed materials
which allow the dormer to blend in more naturally.
A full set of drawings need to be prepared detailing
your proposal, i.e. means of fire escape, what
materials are intended to be used and calculations
from our engineer proving that the structure, roof
and steel arrangement meet with their requirements.
At every stage your project is inspected to ensure
that we are building to the plans. Upon completion,
a certificate is issued confirming the work has been
carried out to their satisfaction. On some rare
occasions we have to change the specifications/
requirements to meet certain site conditions and
availability of choice materials. This will only be
done with direct authority from the building control
department and acceptance from you the client.
hipped dormer
to a barn hip