Archives of March, 2017
Digging down is a new phenomenon Not true. Ever since the Victorians started digging coal cellars under their houses, digging down has been an acceptable way of creating extra space. In fact, many period properties in London own the subsoil under the pavement to the middle of the road. You’re just being greedy If you can’t afford to move, or …
Creating a converted basement will give you more flexibility in how you use your home, but it can also add value to a property. It’s important to think about how you’re going to utilise the extra room and what selling points this could give you if you were to put your home on the market, as this will ensure you …
Though William and Kate are unlikely to encounter any problems with planning permission, other celebrities are claiming that basement development work is making their lives a living hell. Dame Joan Collins regularly tweets about the disruption to her exclusive neighbourhood from lorries and drilling equipment, while one media mogul’s plans for a pool and gym in his basement were eventually …
Some basement conversions and new constructions are straightforward but many are not, and they involve a host of different areas of expertise. Planning Skills The first step a professional company undertakes is to help you evaluate your own requirements. They know that if your motivation and vision of the end result is not crystal clear in everyone’s mind there will …
Get the right planning permission You may not need planning permission at all, if you’re simply converting an existing basement. A conversion of this type will give you plenty of room, as it reflects the footprint of your property. However, if you plan to excavate, then it’s essential that you seek the proper permissions and are aware of any restrictions …
