5 Loft Conversion Planning Rules Homeowners Always Miss (UK Edition)

Thinking of converting your loft? Dreaming of that airy, light-filled bedroom or a stylish home office? Before you start sketching skylights and browsing Pinterest, there are critical UK planning rules you really need to know.

In this video, we break down 5 surprisingly common mistakes homeowners make when planning a loft conversion in the UK—especially in Greater London. From corner house confusion to the council’s take on “matching” materials, we reveal the planning quirks that could cost you time, money, and sanity if you ignore them.

💡 What you'll learn:
✅ The hidden rule about roof window size that triggers planning permission
✅ Why the 4 and 10-year rules aren't a free pass
✅ How councils define your "front" when you're on a corner plot
✅ What “similar materials” really means (hint: it's subjective!)
✅ Why getting pre-app advice is a secret weapon

This is the smart homeowner’s checklist—perfect if you're:
🔹 Planning a loft conversion
🔹 Not sure if you need planning permission
🔹 Want to avoid delays and rejected applications
🔹 Renovating in Greater London or anywhere in the UK

👉 Whether you're working with an architect, thinking DIY, or just curious—watch this before you start building!

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