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Detached house to flats conversion project for a cause

14 days ago

Looking for help with the pre planning phase for a project I want to embark on. Housing for key workers. Convert a freehold detached house into 11 units individually accessed. Anyone in planning, council or done something similar. Would appreciate the help with aligning the plan with the regulations.

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Jonathan
14 days ago
You need an architect familiar with the individuals at the local planning department and familiar with fire regulations.

You might also weigh up the cost of conversion versus demolition and replacement.
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