Grace Robbo

Thank you for your help. What makes you think we would be unable to extend?

Sorry, adding in that this plot was a nursery before with poly tunnels. you can see lots of hard standing and structures around the barn that was converted.

Hi everyone. I am new here and seeking some advice as I know absolutely nothing about barn conversions and extensions. I am looking at purchasing a newly converted barn conversion, made from a steel frame and converted under class Q in 2023. This has been made as a residential property and has been apparently completed all correctly following all regulations and it’s change of use. The issue is, is that we need to have three bedrooms and ideally a separate lounge as it is rather open plan as we are a young family. It is only two bed. I have done some research, and it looks like you can now extend barn conversions under class Q. Now this is where I need some advice, as we would not buy this property without the prospect of extension. Can we extend this property as there is already hardstanding even though the barn has already been converted in 2023? Next question, do I need full planning permission for this or how does this work? I know I am a complete newbie so I’m sorry if these questions seem very basic. Is it worth me speaking to the local authority about this? Please please please can someone help me? Thanks, Grace.