Thanks for your replies.
I too had read about sprinkler systems, but wasn't sure if this was acceptable as a replacement for a fire protected staircase?
Spoke to building control at my council yesterday. He didn't sound too certain himself but his interpretation of the 4.5m from ground floor...
Apologies, I should have added the windows onto the floor plan. The bathroom does not have a window, bedroom one has windows onto the front of the property, and bedroom 2 has a window facing out to the side of the property (opposite wall to the front door).
The entrance door to the communal...
I've looked around regarding the 4.5m rule - it would be great if it was 4.5m from the ground level of the property - would save a lot of hassle with fire protecting staircases etc, but haven't found a definitive answer to this as of yet. Saw a few suggestions that it is 4.5m from ground level...
I am looking at purchasing a duplex apartment in a three story building.
Before purchasing this property, I want to know whether or not a mezzanine (for use as a bedroom and so a habitable space) on the second floor is feasible (both financially and from a building/fire regs perspective), which...
Essentially it's a bit like the Crystal Maze, people come and face different challenges and tasks in rooms, building up to a final task for the whole group to try and complete in an alloted time period.
I am waiting for heads of terms from the landlord, and confirmation that he will allow adaptations to the property, and then the next step would be to process change of use.
So given everything goes to plan it would be within the next 2 weeks.
I'm looking at setting up my own business, and was looking for some advice regarding change of use applications.
The property is currently A1, and is used as a cake shop. I am looking to open a tourist attraction/entertainment business. I have been informed I would require to change use to...