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Any Advice on Class Q Prior Approval to Convert Steel Framed Barns?
Hi there,
We are looking at a potential opportunity for a site with Prior Approval in place to convert a steel framed barn into a residential dwelling. We don't know where to start and have a stack of questions to ask anyone who may have been through a similar experience?
Thank you,
Andy
One Answer
Hi Andy,
Thanks for your question. You’ve come to the right place!
There’s a good beginner’s guide to a barn conversion here: https://www.self-build.co.uk/15-steps-successful-barn-conversion
You can also read about this project which is a steel frame barn conversion: https://www.self-build.co.uk/home/dutch-barn-converted-into-scandinavian-style-home/
If you have a more specific question, our panel of planners, designers and project managers would be happy to help!
Best of luck!
Anamika Talwaria (Build It features editor)