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Galway City Council & attic conversion regs.

  • 30-05-2009 2:29pm
    #1
    TristanPeter
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    Hi All,

    I have a couple of question:

    Does Galway City Council require you to have planning permission in order to convert an attic into living space e.g. a bedroom?

    What about velux windows? Do they require planning permission too and in a housing estate, can they be put on both sides of the roof (or is that a property management issue)?

    I'm considering doing it but if there's loads of planning hoops to be jumped through, maybe not.

    Thanks in advance for any info :)

    p.s. It's Saturday so I can't phone the city council and ask myself.


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  • #2
    Victor
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    Moved from Accommodation & Property

    An attic conversion results in an increase in floor area and may require planning permission. I'm not sure if the small domectic extension exemption applies.

    Velux rooflights are normally OK on the rear, but would need PP on the front. If the space is to be used as a bedroom, it may need to be available as an escape route.

    If a MC is involved, they may have their own restrictions.

    If the attic is third floor, you may need to upgrade the fire-rating on all doors that open onto the stairs.


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