Dormer loft conversion

Nickyno

Just wondered if anyone has had planning permission granted for a semi detached dormer loft conversion when their property has neighbours to the rear?  Or does anybody have an idea on chances of being approved?

Thankyou in advance 

grumpy_codger

Brief google search shows that, generally, a planning permission isn't needed for this. Are you sure you need it?

Nickyno

grumpy_codger said:

Brief google search shows that, generally, a planning permission isn't needed for this. Are you sure you need it?

Been told by the architect that it needs planning permission.  At first we were told that it comes under "permitted development".  
I found this on the Internet "you are not permitted to add a dormer window that overlooks a neighbour’s house"

grumpy_codger

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/permitted-development-rights-for-householders-technical-guidance/permitted-development-rights-for-householders-technical-guidance#class-b-additions-etc-to-the-roof

I don't see anything that excludes dormers. And I see some conditions for side windows and dormers that have to be met, but not for windows at the back.

rob7475

We had a dormer loft conversion last year. Our house overlooks the property behind but we didn't need planning permission. I'd suggest speaking to another architect or going direct to your council's planning department to get advice.

Bigphil1474

Does it increase the height of the roof? Only thing I can think of. We looked at putting one on our roof but we'd need an extra 30 cm up so PP required. Or is it a side dorma? Most dorma's over look other houses.

If there's other houses with similar dorma's, there's a better chance of you getting planning permission. 

ic

I agree with the earlier comment, the gov technical guidance does not say anything about windows facing rearwards from a dormer conversion.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/permitted-development-rights-for-householders-technical-guidance/permitted-development-rights-for-householders-technical-guidance#class-b-additions-etc-to-the-roof

Class C has some roof related detail too.

DevilDamo

Nickyno said:

grumpy_codger said:

Brief google search shows that, generally, a planning permission isn't needed for this. Are you sure you need it?

Been told by the architect that it needs planning permission.  At first we were told that it comes under "permitted development".  
I found this on the Internet "you are not permitted to add a dormer window that overlooks a neighbour’s house"

Why does your Architect thinks it requires Planning?

Where did you find that dormer information as it is not correct and does not apply to PD in England.