As long as there is seven feet approx. from top of existing ceiling joists to ridge line (apex).
Most loft conversions do not need planning unless:
You live in a conservation area
Your house is a listed building
You want to put in dormer windows facing the road or if the position of the dormer window would invade your neighbour's privacy.
Any part of the conversion including the dormer window is higher than the existing roof.
Your House has already been extended to the limit of its permitted development (15% of its original size)
This varies from council to council but generally you should get a decision within 8 weeks.
As loft conversion specialists we take care of everything, there is no need for you to have your own plans drawn up, we have our own architect who will deal with the drawings and planning approval.
Estate agents say an extra bedroom is the single most valuable feature a family house can have and usually converting an attic is, generally, simpler and cheaper than building an extension.
Wherever possible the stairway should be a natural continuation of the original staircase so that the transition from old to new is seamless and within the conversion itself the style should follow that in the rest of the house.
On average once planning or building regulations are approved it should take 10-12 weeks to complete.
We carry out loft conversions and provide loft conversion quotes in a wide area in the South East of England, the main areas we cover are Farnborough, Farnham, Fleet, Frimley, Guildford and all of Hampshire.