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The basic role of a dormer is to allow the occupants to extend the living space within the property, which will increase its value.

John Travers from attic conversions Dublin elaborates

Also, in most cases, the construction of roof dormer will not require planning permission providing certain requirements are met. These requirements are that new atticconversions must not exceed 40 cubic metres in terraced houses or 50 in semis and detached properties. Nowadays the dormer must not face the street, so it is usual to find them at the rear of properties.

The new structure also must not increase the height of the roof and any materials used in its construction must be similar in appearance to the rest of the property. And where practical the dormer must be set back at least 20 centimetres from the eaves.

Anyone living in a property which is listed, or which is in a conservation area, will have to apply for planning permission before constructing a roof dormer.

But even then, so long as planning is granted, the roof dormers will add to the enjoyment and value of the property.

Why They Are Needed

A new dormer will usually need to be built when the stairs to the attic conversion are installed over the existing staircase between the ground and first floors of the property.

Of course, adding windows to the front of the dormer will not only give a great view from the new atticroom but will also allow in lots of natural light and, importantly, give extra ventilation into the roof.

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