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    Oct 22, 2020 2 minutes

    Extending Up? Here’s What to Consider

    Under the new Permitted Development (PD) rules, which came into effect on 31 August 2020, you can extend by up to two extra storeys. This is good news for many homeowners, including those with tricky loft conversions who were not eligible under the old PD rules.

    However, extending up requires significant structural planning

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