Loft Conversions in Loughton

Lofts in Loughton

Loughton has a mix of Victorian, interwar and later houses, so roof shapes, and what a loft can offer, vary a lot from one road to the next.

What works here

Rear dormers and hip-to-gable conversions suit most houses. In the conservation areas we keep the front roof as it is.

Roads we work on

Also in Loughton

Can you convert a loft without affecting protected trees?

Yes. The conversion itself rarely affects trees, but scaffolding and deliveries can, so we plan site access around any root protection areas.

Will a loft conversion need a new staircase?

Yes. Building regulations require a proper stair with safe head height. Its position decides the layout of the whole floor, so we fix it first.

Is my loft high enough to convert?

As a guide, you need about 2.2 metres from the top of the ceiling joists to the underside of the ridge. We measure this at the first visit, before any drawing is paid for.

Do I need planning permission for a loft conversion in Loughton?

Often not. Most rear dormer and hip-to-gable conversions are permitted development, up to 40 cubic metres on a terraced house and 50 on a semi-detached or detached house. Conservation areas, flats, listed buildings and mansards need planning permission.