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Common projects: Ceilings and Floors

Planning Permission

Planning permission is not generally required to replace a floor or ceiling. However if you live in a listed building you should contact your Local Planning Authority.

Building regulations

Where more than 25 per cent of a ceiling below a cold loft space or flat roof is being replaced then building regulations would normally apply, and the thermal insulation of that ceiling would normally have to be improved.

Read more about building regulations and ceilings.


Disclaimer: this is an introductory guide and is not a definitive source of legal information. Read the full disclaimer here.

NOTE: This guidance relates to the planning regime for England. Policy in Wales may differ. If in doubt contact your Local Planning Authority.