Drawing Inc Ltd

Stage 1 is to establish if the work can be done under permitted development - in other words without planning permission - if it can then go to stage 3.
Stage 2 if we do need planning then we need both existing and proposed drawings to show the planning authority what we are proposing and how it will affect both our building and its surroundings
Stage 3 Once we have planning approval then we need building control drawings to show a contractor/builder what is required in terms of materials, structures, drainage, insulation etc..

When considering a loft conversion the first thing to establish is what space is going to be achieved by the conversion. It is possible to do extensions to a loft space e.g dormer windows, , hip to gable extensions etc. but these will add to the costs of the work
Next, we consider what we already have - what the roof and floor made of? older pitched roofs will often be easier to convert than a trussed rafter roof.
How will the internal access be achieved - if we have to lose a room on the floor below to achieve a room in the loft is the proposal still viable?

Stage 1 is to establish if the work can be done under permitted development - in other words without planning permission - if it can then go to stage 3.
Stage 2 if we do need planning then we need both existing and proposed drawings to show the planning authority what we are proposing and how it will affect both our building and its surroundings
Stage 3 Once we have planning approval then we need building control drawings to show a contractor/builder what is required in terms of materials, structures, drainage, insulation etc..

I find this to be one of the most satisfying careers possible as I get to meet different people along the path of a development - the client who has an idea of what they wish to achieve but is unsure about how to get there, planners who understand that we need to achieve a design but must also ensure that it complies with planning policy, contractors who need to be able to achieve the goal whilst still staying compliant with regulations in both building and health and safety. And all of the other consultants, advisers and contractors along the way. Ultimately being able to take a spark of an idea to begin with and turn that idea into a reality is one of the best feelings in the world. Add to this the fact that every project is different and so presents its own set of challenges, and this provides a job that is always changing, always challenging and always moving.

The need to provide a professional service, tailor-made to each client that whilst still following a well-worn pattern of applications and approvals offers each client the maximum in terms of the thought process and options, all in an effort to achieve something that will change their lives or at the very lease the way they live their lives.

Ultimately I offer a professional service. The drawing services I offer are probably no better and no worse than many of my competitors but where I have the edge is the idea(s) that are presented before we get to the final drawings. The way that I approach a challenge and the ability to think outside of the box to provide solutions that not only achieve the basic requirement but try to squeeze the absolute most out of every possible situation.