Just had an offer accepted on a 3 bed new build. Developer (small, independant builder and 12 houses on development) couldn't get planning for 5 beds but created two rooms and a loo in the loft BUT with no windows fitted. Reason given is that it would have created 5 beds in contravention of planning permission.
I've checked building consent for velux type Windows and if we stick within criteria (not protruding more than 150mm from roof level etc.) I think it should be ok. Obviously paying more than the market price for 3 bed but not 5 bed purchase price so was willing to do work ourselves.
So for any planners out there...does putting in the additional Windows to create two further useable bedrooms sound feasible/usual (slightly cheeky) practice ...or are we being had?
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CooCooCachoo · 21/11/2017 22:07
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