Opening up lounge

[wazzag]

Hi,

My lounge currently has a 7' opening onto a "sunroom" (a room made of brick panneling with windows) which I'd like to open up. It would involve removal about 1.5' of brick wall on one side and 2' on the other. I've been told that an RSJ is required. I plan to get someone in to do it as it sounds too risky for a DIY project.

1) Would I need plans or permission for this?
2) How much would this cost - ballpark figure?
3) Is it a relatively straight forward job - low risk - for someone who knows what they're doing?

Cheers,

Warren

 

[noseall]

1. no need for p.p. but building reg's will be necessary, so speak to building control.

2. read the forum rules.

3. it is a fairly straight forward job if you know what you're doing AND have the right tools.

if you open your house up to the sun-room, this room then becomes 'habitable' space. it will need to be brought up to full spec' building reg's.

 

[wazzag]

Thanks Noseall!

How do I go about contacting building control?

 

[noseall]

How do I go about contacting building control?

they are usually located at the regional council offices.