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http://www.rbwm.gov.uk/public/bc_cg16_removing_a_chimney.pdf The key thing in the removal of a chimney breast is supporting the remaining structure above. Have you considered complete removal of the chimney breast & chimney stack and roofing over? Depending upon the situation, and whether the...

Just as a word of caution, I am a chartered residential valuation surveyor, carrying out surveys and valuations for mortgage purposes. I have seen many many converted garages over the years and my general feeling is that they do not make great habitable rooms, they are generally too narrow to...

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I have had a visit from the planners at home following a complaint. It appears that my neighbour (the complainant) is a former colleague / friend with the chief planning officer at the council, and I consider that the action is really being taken under the Old Pals Act! We live on a steep...