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March 26 2020

Evington, Leicester

Area: Evington, Leicester

Proposed Development: Single Storey side and rear extension; Loft conversion with roof alteration and dormer

Job: Planning application, Building Regulations

Summary:

Skyline Architecture was instructed to prepare a planning application for a large single storey side and rear extension with a loft conversion. The applicant received advice that the loft conversion would be permitted under lawful development, however we recommended that the existing roof would be better as a gable roof as a pose to the current hipped end design; this was because the client wanted to maximise space in the loft to cater for an en-suite – A gable roof would allow for a larger panoramic dormer to the rear, resulting in a much nicer living space. Skyline Architecture produced the architectural drawings and submitted the plans and forms to the local authority. Following approval of the proposals from Leicester City Council planning department we were then instructed to prepare the building regulations and liaise with the builders and Building Control.

The proposal needed a few structural steel elements such as beams and columns, for this we appointed our in house engineers to prepare specifications, sizes and structural calculations necessary. We included these in our Building regulation drawings so that an accurate cost of works can be established by builders prior to commencement of works, and also with a compressive set of technical drawings at hand, these could be used by building control to approve and streamline the construction process much more efficiently.

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Fast & Effective

“We’ve just received the news that the planning application for our extension has been approved with the help of Skyline! They managed the whole process for us which included a pre application. Pleased we listened to your advice and appointed you in the first place. Thank you!”

Mr & Mrs Singh

Erection of Double Storey Side Extension and Internal layout alterations

Great Glen, Leicester

Above & Beyond

“I would highly recommend Skyline Architecture, they really went the extra mile in my project and interacted with the council on my behalf throughout the whole process. Well done on providing such a seamless experience from which I initially perceived as overwhelming. Kindest regards to the team”

Max

Loft Conversion and Rear Dorma

Oakham, Rutland

Personal Approach

“They are an honest planning company and have a very personal approach. They really strive to accomplish your goals. Adam did a fantastic job in translating all our ideas into a working design. Will definitely use you guys again. Great result! ”

Solly & Kam

Change of use from (A1) Retail premises to Restaurant with rear extraction system (A5)

Wigston, Leicestershire

They are realistic, reasonable and professional

“After an unfavourable response from a pre-application to the council, Ahmed advised that it would be safer to apply for our new build in two stages. He was absolutely spot on, we had both applications approved first time. I really credit the swiftness in amending drawings and complying with both the planning officers and us as the same time.. Despite my persistence I was never made to feel too demanding. They are realistic, reasonable and professional”

Dr. W Isaac

Demolition of Bungalow; Construction of 4 bed house, proposed annex and discharge of conditions

Wigston, Leicester

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March 26 2020

Westcotes, Leicester

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Area: Westcotes, Leicester

Proposed Development: Change of use from retail premises (class A1) to Hot food takeaway (class A5) with ventilation flue

Job: Planning Application

Summary:

Skyline Architecture were instructed to assist the new owners of the premises in installing an authorised ventilation system to their new take away outlet.

The first task our planning consultants conducted was background research on the site itself, upon doing so we established a significant issue with the current planning permission itself. We subsequently advised our client that the previous occupiers were incorrectly running their food outlet on an erroneous licence and that a change of use application was also needed for peace of mind.

Skyline Architecture prepared design layouts and multiple planning applications; all associated architectural drawings and liaised with the council throughout the process until the applications were subsequently approved. Some of the works involved were:

Impact noise assessment
Acoustics scheme
Signage application (commercial advertisements)
Design and access statement

We provided contacts for the ventilation system manufacturers and provided all technical data required by the council for a further application which was made to discharge conditions set out to ascertain adequate odour and sound emissions from the new flue.

Following our exceptional service and aftercare, Skyline Architecture have been contracted to design and obtain planning permission for another 5 branches of the franchise across the UK.