Are Roof Lanterns Noisy When it Rains?
A frequent worry with roof lanterns is if they make noise in your Essex home when it rains. However, an effective design reduces the levels of noise from rain and other external noise! The more glass panes utilised in the design of our roof lanterns, the lower amount of external noise there is in your Essex home. The more distance between the glass panes, the better the sound insulation will be. Denser glass panes will also help in decreasing the overall noise levels.
Does a Roof Lantern Need Planning Permission?
Typically, you do not need planning permission to install roof lanterns as long as permitted development regulations in Essex are followed. These are…
• Roof lanterns must not be 150mm above the sloping plane of the existing roof
• Roof lanterns must be no higher than the highest part of the roof
• Roof lanterns positioned in a side elevation roof slope must use obscure glazing
• No roof openings are allowed, except if the height is at least 1.7m above the floor
However, if you live in a conservation area or a new build development, it is likely you will be acquire planning permission from your local authority or housing development.
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