Definition
Suitable for properties where:
- Planning permission or building regulations are required
- There’s no change to the overall use or nature of the property
- Works are being completed under Permitted Development Rights with change to the property footprint.
Example uses
- Extensions
- Loft conversions
- Single unit to multi-unit conversions
- Multi-unit to single unit conversions
- Barn conversions
- Landlords looking to change the use of a residential property to a small HMO up to 10 lettable rooms
- Landlords looking to change the use of a commercial unit to a maximum of 4 flats
- Landlords looking to change the use of a residential property to a maximum of 6 flats.
A new homes warranty from an accepted warranty provider or professional consultants certificate must be provided at completion for conversions to flats.
Related words: uninhabitable, repurpose, major works
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