Mansard roof extensions and planning appeals

What is a mansard roof extension? A mansard roof extension is a form of roof alteration that replaces or reshapes the existing roof with a near-vertical rear slope and a flat roof. It is designed to maximise usable internal space at roof level and is most commonly proposed on terraced and semi-detached houses in urban […]

We are getting planning permission for a record number of roof extensions at appeal

For most people, extending their house at roof level (by building a dormer or mansard) can be done using permitted development rights. However, not all houses have permitted development rights and flats don’t have any permitted development rights at all. Those homeowners need to apply for planning permission for their extensions and are often frustrated […]