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Work out exactly what sizes you want, and can get under planning permission / permitted development. Then you can work out how to build that. Note that if working under planning rules you may have some restrictions on the placement of the dormer within the roof. you also need to work out...

Being visible is not necessarily a reason to prevent design of that type. Some councils will look for additions which include roof elements to appear "subservient" to the main roof. This can be achieved in multiple ways - a simple way is to make the new roof step down from the original. However...

Yes, that's right a crown roof has visible pitches but a flat section at the top. Sometimes this is necessary when you are matching an existing pitch line. Another option as mentioned would be a monopitch next to the double pitch roof of the original house. think: " / /\ " or " \/\...

If you are looking to do a full length extension, as opposed to a half depth one like the house nearby, then you will not be able to mimic their roof design without introducing a crown roof. Otherwise you will probably find that the pitch is simply too shallow and end be being classified as a...

building control signing off work stages only really covers certain elements that they are there to inspect. Often, if they are concerned by the quality of the work they will look deeper to make sure that the builder knows what he is doing. Ultimately, whilst your builder may not have...

They are tresspassing. If they NEED to use your garden they must gain your permission and yes, I'd consider charging rent for use for sure - you are being inconvenienced and you should be appropriately renumerated for that. don't stop at £100.00 though... Consider an appropriate land...

I'd ignore the letter. This solicitor is just trying to drum up business by watching out for applications to the local authority. yes, you may want ot choose to have a party wall surveyor, but you do not need to approach one for yourself. Your neighbours should have been made aware of the...

Okay, this is good, but it is still a bit awkward to advise properly without knowing the complete ins and outs. (that and there is a reason why people charge to look at these sorts of things in depth...) The quote. (call it this from now on please) This is pretty clear in so far as it is...

I suggested placing it wihtin the lounge area because it appears to be losing you significant space off of the bedroom. What is the width of that bedroom at the narrowest point?

I know I'm joining the parade a little late, but can I ask exactly WHY you want to add a WC on this floor? It looks like you already have toilets on the floor above AND below this one. It is simply for the convenience of not having to use a flight of stairs when you need the john during...

I'd agree with this. I would always suggest to clients that a LDC is the safest way to proceed as you never know when it might come back to haunt you. You have to remember that if you do not apply, then the council could still come along and ask you if that extension is lawful... you'd need...

If there was no contract then you cannot be in breach of it... but then neither can he. As already mentioned it will help everyone if you show us the original list of work that was agreed. You need to know what the builders price actually covers first and foremost. You do not seem to be very...

Listen to Jeds, This is pretty much the detail that building control seek between flats these days and is quite easy to have put in as long as you've got lots of ceiling height. The trouble with getting good sound resistance results is that the principle of the detailing has to be carried...

You may want to do some research into the process of 'Adjudication'. This is not quite like taking him to court, but will get the facts assessed by an independent adjudicator who will be able to mediate the situation. They should be able to see and assess the workmanship and be able to value the...

This will depend on various factors as to whether you can get the addition to fall within your permitted development rights. The important wording you need to establish is not "front" or "rear" but is actually what is considered the "principal" elevation. This is because the permitted...

I think much of the trouble is that it can be such a lottery with the different local authorities. There are things that I do baulk at... but its more about policy rather than conduct... (mostly). I also think it is a case that many authorities are still not pro-development, as they should...

My wife is a planning officer and you do not want to know the expletives she shouted when i read her your message... needless to say it goes something along the lines that 'people' (edited) like you are proof that planning officers dont get paid enough for what, and who, they have to deal with...