Planning Permission has been quite tricky for its deducing and iterative nature. The rules can be highly confusing at times especially when it comes to loft conversions as there are quite a few factors that decide whether a loft conversion requires planning permission or not. This article aims to dispel any doubts regarding planning permissions and their relations with loft conversions.
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Creative and Low-Cost Small Bathroom Remodel Ideas for 2024
Undertaking a bathroom remodel on a limited budget can be quite tricky. A regular bathroom renovation is unlike any part of house modification. It can be both complex and expensive. If you are in search of remaking your small bathroom but are limited on budget, do not worry, in this article, you’ll find creative ways to remodel your small bathroom into an escape haven without having to spend big.
Modern Dormer Bungalow House Design Ideas in the UK
A bungalow is a cottage-like house with a single-storey or a partial one with a sloping roof attached, commonly referred to as a dormer bungalow. It was first popular in Canada and the US before hitting the UK real estate market.
These bungalows were extensively popular among the Upper middle class, with both affordability and elegance packed together, it was built as a ‘weekend getaway home’ before becoming the new favourite style for building new houses.
Am I in a Conservation Area? You Need to Know & Why It Matters
The introduction of the Civic Amenities Act in 1967 was a major breakthrough that contributed towards protecting and preserving areas that are of unique historical and architectural pedigree across England, Wales and Scotland. Today, with over 10,000 conservation areas in the UK, (about 9,300 in England, 640 in Scotland, 500 in Wales, and up to 60 in Northern Ireland), it is an indisputable fact that the vision and motive of this important act has been a grand success.
If you are one of those living in a conservation area or are planning to buy a house in a conservation area, this article will be the most useful thing you will come across.
2024 Creative Budget Friendly Small Garden Inspiration Ideas
If you are one among those who find joy in pampering the lush greenery in your backyard, then you constitute the majority of the UK population. Yes, close to 88% of the UK population have a garden in their home. Close to half of the UK adult population have said that they like spending time in their garden if they are not involved in household chores or professional jobs.
For some gardening activities offer a sense of relaxation, satisfaction, and peace of mind. For some, it is an opportunity to convert it into a functional space where they can cultivate for their daily necessity. Depending on the size of your garden, you may choose how you want your garden to be and what you would want to foster in it.
Space-Saving Ideas for Small Bedroom Ensuites and Bathroom Designs
Small bedroom ensuites if given a creative push can shine with efficiency and efficacy, especially at a time when spaces are at premium. Though this can be quite challenging considering a demanding urban lifestyle, your small bedroom ensuite can still become your everyday retreat with you making the most of the inside ensuite space.
What Are CDM Regulations? A 2015 Overview and Latest Guidelines
It was the year 1994 when The Construction Designing and Management Regulations, commonly known as CDM Regulations, were first brought into effect. Since then, the regulations have become a crucial mandate enabling the maintenance of safety standards in the construction industry across the UK. In this guide, we will explore some of the important aspects of CDM regulations, their impact on the construction sector, and the core demographic upon whom the regulations are directed towards.
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