Convert home into shop or office
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If I want to convert my home into a shop or office, will the building regulations apply?
YES - The regulations define converting a home into a shop as a 'material change of use' and specify the requirements with which, as a result of that change of use, the building, or the relevant part of the building, must comply.
The specific requirements include those concerned with escape and other fire precautions, hygiene, energy conservation, and access to and use of buildings.
The building may therefore need to be upgraded to make it comply with the specified requirements.
Please note that you may require planning permission and you are advised to contact the Planning Duty Officer on 0208 753 3440 or email dutyplanner@lbhf.gov.uk for planning advice before commencing any building work.
Page last updated: 04/10/2011
