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It is not possible, nor is it intended that this booklet should cover every aspect of the design. Primarily, it's purpose is to highlight the basic design considerations which need to be addressed. Specific technical detail has largely been omitted due to the criteria being subject to frequent change. If the proposal involves the conversion of a loft space above a bungalow, the fire safety provisions indicated in section 4:00 are not applicable, other than the arrangement of inner rooms.  \n1:2 For the purposes of this guidance, it is assumed the proposed conversion will not:  \n(a) exceed 50 m2 in floor area,  \n(b) involve raising the roof line above the existing ridge level, and  \n(c) contain more that two habitable rooms, on the new second storey.  \n1:3 When considering a loft conversion, contact must be made with the relevant Planning Authority to ascertain whether an application is required under the Town & Country Planning Act, Building Regulation consent will always be required.  \n1:4 The Party Wall Act, 1996, places certain obligations on you if you are going to carryout work which involves the party wall (that is the separating wall) if you live in a semi detached or terrace property. An advice leaflet on The Party Wall Act is available from the Council.  \n3  \nLoft conv Rev 2 2007  \n2 DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS  \n2:1 The booklet will examine what we consider to be the most important areas of the design, and those, which through experience, have caused problems during both the design and construction stages.  \n2:2 Structural Stability of the dwelling, considering both the existing structure and the proposed alterations, with reference to the supporting Approved Document A, of Schedule 1 to the Building Regulations.  \n2:3 Fire Safety of the proposed conversion with reference to the Approved Document B, of Schedule 1 to the Building Regulations.  \n2:4 Ventilation of the rooms and the control of condensation in roofs, with reference to the Approved Document C and F, of Schedule 1 to the Building Regulations.  \n2:5 Staircase provision to the new storey with reference to the Approved Document K, of Schedule 1 to the Building Regulations.  \n2:6 Thermal Insulation of the conversion with reference to the Approved Document L, of Schedule 1 to the Building Regulations.  \n3 STRUCTURAL STABILITY  \nLoft conv Rev 2 2007  \n4  \n3:1 In assessing the structural stability requirements, it is essential to consider the existing roof construction, new floor, and the impact the alterations will have on the structure. For the purpose of illustration and discussion, it is intended to concentrate on a typical'cut' roof scenario involving purlins, rafters and ceiling joists as indicated in Diagram 1.  \nConversions in Trussed Rafter roofs, (used since the 1960's), will require additional structural considerations, and our advice to homeowners would be to consult a Structural Engineer early in the design process.  \n3:2 With regard to the roof, it is clearly advisable to construct the loft conversion with the minimum disruption to the existing structure. The position of the purlins, if present, is a prime factor in determining the extent of the internal area, which can be achieved in the conversion. Diagram 2 indicates two typical arrangements. 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