09-10-2017, 03:47 PM
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Some folks may remember, I built a Conservatory (4m x 3m) five years or so ago, and much to the amusement of a local builder, I set the footings at 600mm depth to match the house, and built the walls and insulation to current standards, well, the Conservatory has had no use for the last three years, so I am going to extend the structure the full width of the house, and move the (smallish) kitchen from the front of the house, to the rear, I will sell the Conservatory, to part fund the alterations, and fit an open vaulted ceiling with Velux Windows, the structure will be large enough to allow the fitting of an Island Unit, with sink, I have checked the permitted development criteria, and costed the materials, it's surprising how relatively cheap it is, if you are able to complete the work yourself.09-10-2017, 04:16 PM
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Originally Posted by spitfire
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Some folks may remember, I built a Conservatory (4m x 3m) five years or so ago, and much to the amusement of a local builder, I set the footings at 600mm depth to match the house, and built the walls and insulation to current standards, well, the Conservatory has had no use for the last three years, so I am going to extend the structure the full width of the house, and move the (smallish) kitchen from the front of the house, to the rear, I will sell the Conservatory, to part fund the alterations, and fit an open vaulted ceiling with Velux Windows, the structure will be large enough to allow the fitting of an Island Unit, with sink, I have checked the permitted development criteria, and costed the materials, it's surprising how relatively cheap it is, if you are able to complete the work yourself.
13-10-2017, 11:50 AM
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Even though you have checked, my advice would still be clear it with your local council. That way you avoid any possible complaints from neighbours etc.i did a side flank extension to a previous house of mine and not only got planning permission which I had to get, but I also found the planning officer very helpful . There were a couple of issues like hanger not holding in house brick course as they were mainly a lime mix. He allowed a half brick to be removed. Small but oh such an important point. it is the little things that can upset a plan of action
15-10-2017, 08:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Surfermom
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Brilliant. Do it. Will you share pics?
Yes, I usually take pics of projects, in case there are building regulation issues. I am still working on what started as a workshop, but it crossed my mind, it would make a good utility room, freeing the kitchen of white goods.
18-10-2017, 12:13 AM
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Originally Posted by spitfire
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Some folks may remember, I built a Conservatory (4m x 3m) five years or so ago, and much to the amusement of a local builder, I set the footings at 600mm depth to match the house, and built the walls and insulation to current standards, well, the Conservatory has had no use for the last three years, so I am going to extend the structure the full width of the house, and move the (smallish) kitchen from the front of the house, to the rear, I will sell the Conservatory, to part fund the alterations, and fit an open vaulted ceiling with Velux Windows, the structure will be large enough to allow the fitting of an Island Unit, with sink, I have checked the permitted development criteria, and costed the materials, it's surprising how relatively cheap it is, if you are able to complete the work yourself.
18-10-2017, 09:49 AM
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Originally Posted by Muddy
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Wish you could come and build mine quotes for builders are astronomical !
Yes, he could have done some work for me too Muddy, he certainly sounds more knowledgeable than the lot I've had here this summer.
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