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WILL YOU NEED PLANNING PERMISSION FOR YOUR LOFT CONVERSION IN ASHFORD? Will you need planning permission in Ashford? Most loft conversions are considered permitted development, which means you won’t need to get planning permission as long as the building work fits a certain criterion. So, if you go for a simple conversion, you wouldn’t need to worry. Although, you will need to get planning permission if your plans exceed certain limits and conditions. For example, extending or altering the roof space beyond its current boundaries. However, if you live in the following you will have to apply for planning permission Flats Maisonettes Converted houses Houses created through the permitted development right to change use Non-dwelling buildings You shouldn’t need planning in Ashford if you follow these conditions: Firstly, the extension doesn’t go higher than the highest part of the roof The materials are similar in appearance to the existing house The extension doesn’t reach beyond the outermost part of the existing roof slope at the front of the house Your house is not on designated land. Such as, national parks, conservation areas, areas of outstanding natural beauty and world heritage sites. The roof enlargement doesn’t overhang the outer face of the wall of the original house. Side facing window openings are 1.7m or more above the floor Finally, your head height is above 2.2m...