Speaking of Benefits…
Skylights and rooflights can produce an array of benefits including but not limited to:
Lower energy bills: If your home is starved for natural light you probably run the electric lights most of the day, especially during the winter. A skylight or skylights will greatly reduce your dependence on electric lights resulting in lower monthly energy bills.
Reduced carbon footprint: By lowering the amount of artificial lighting you need you will also reduce your home's carbon footprint and do your part in helping the UK meet the stated objective of Net Zero 2050.
Enhanced curb appeal: Skylights and rooflights give a home a sophisticated air you can't achieve any other way. This results in enhanced curb appeal. And since curb appeal can influence the value of a home by up to 10% it also means a nice bump in home value.
Will You Need Planning Permission for Skylights and Rooflights in Salisbury?
The issue of planning permission comes up a lot when talking about skylights and rooflights. The fact is whether you will need planning permission depends on a few things. For example: if the new roof window will protrude more than 15 cm above the established plane of the roof you may need permission. Likewise, if the roof window will rise above what is currently the highest point on your roof. The only other time you can be pretty sure you'll need planning permission is if the home is a Listed Building, or if it is located in a Conservation Area.
