A bit of advice needed if possible please!
Hard to imagine , this, but here goes.......
A bungalow (early 70's) built into the side of a hill; double garage BELOW the floor. Similar to split level construction but all the accommodation on the first floor I suppose?!
I'm looking at the possibility of converting the garage into probably an en suite bedroom with access internally - obviously a staircase.
I know there will be building reg issues regarding things like insulation on the walls and floor, and lighting and ventilation etc etc, BUT could anyone give me any advice please on the basic requirements regarding means of escape? Will it be permissable for example to have the only actual exit as this new internal staircase, even if there is a good sized window available as a secondary m.o.e., or will an additional door to fresh air be required?
Many thanks!
Hard to imagine , this, but here goes.......
A bungalow (early 70's) built into the side of a hill; double garage BELOW the floor. Similar to split level construction but all the accommodation on the first floor I suppose?!
I'm looking at the possibility of converting the garage into probably an en suite bedroom with access internally - obviously a staircase.
I know there will be building reg issues regarding things like insulation on the walls and floor, and lighting and ventilation etc etc, BUT could anyone give me any advice please on the basic requirements regarding means of escape? Will it be permissable for example to have the only actual exit as this new internal staircase, even if there is a good sized window available as a secondary m.o.e., or will an additional door to fresh air be required?
Many thanks!