Ireland’s Attic Conversion Architects

Can I Convert My Attic
Without Planning Permission?

Whether your attic qualifies for exempted development or requires planning permission, our architects will guide you from assessment to builder-ready drawings and trusted quotations.

20+ years experience

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Registered Architects

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Many Happy Clients

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Check My Attic

Answer a few quick questions about your home and we’ll tell you the best route forward.

Find out if planning permission is required
See what’s possible for your attic
Get expert advice from architects

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Takes 2 minutes • No Obligation • 100% confidential

Our 4-Step Process

Whether you just need the peace of mind of your attic assessment report, professional drawings for your attic project, or a full planning permission application pack, we are your one-stop shop for attic planning. Speak to us first, you’ll be glad you did!

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Attic Assessment Report

Can I convert my attic without planning permission?

Purpose: To identify the quickest, most cost-effective route, avoid unnecessary costs, and resolve issues before committing to design or construction.

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Attic Design
Pack

Professional architect drawings for pricing & construction.

Purpose: To give builders a clearly defined project to price, reduce uncertainty, and avoid costly mistakes, variations and rework during construction.

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Attic Planning
Pack

Only required where planning permission is necessary.

Purpose: To prepare and manage the full planning application, coordinate all required information, and guide it from submission through to a final decision.

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Builder Tender
Service

Obtain competitive quotes from experienced attic conversion specialists.

Purpose: To connect homeowners with trusted builders who can accurately price the project using our builder-ready drawings.

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Mark O.

4 weeks ago

We used Attic Planning / JEA for a planning application for a city centre dormer attic. Process was smooth, Stephen and the team were attentive and we were happy with the outcomes

Mark W.

1 month ago

Great service at a very good price. We went through the whole planning process and really pushed to get as much room in our dormer conversion as possible and the guys delivered. We had some objections from a neighbour but the team dealt with all the relevant points and made any necessary adjustments to ensure we got the planning.

The communication throughout was generally great. There are consistent emails explaining at what stage of the process your application sits and what you can expect. That kind of information is great and a lot of Irish companies should take note of it!

Thanks Stephen, all that hard work is much appreciated.

Sarah Q.

2 months ago

Stephen and the team were so very helpful through every step of the process. Made the whole process easy and stress free. Would recommend their services!

Jeffrey B.

4 months ago

Helpful and engaging throughout the process.

Nicolai B.

4 months ago

Well informed, efficient and concise, little to no delays and are quick to reply to questions or emails. Would recommend.

Donal O C

5 months ago

I used Attic Planning for my dormer conversion planning application. Stephen was very knowledgeable, easy to deal with and the permission came through without any issue.

Bernadette B.

7 months ago

I contacted JEArchitecture to get planning permission for my attic conversion with a dormer. Stephen's expert guidance through the planning process was excellent. The whole process was easy and stress-free.
Stephen kept me up to date with every stage of the planning.
I highly recommend them for any planning permission.

Stephen M.

7 months ago

Would recommend Attic planning to others, very easy to deal with and all options explained. Thanks again

jude M.

7 months ago

I contacted JEArchitecture to get planning permission for my attic with a dormer at the back through my agency who is converting the attic. They did a great job and the planning permission was approved on time. The whole process was easy and stress-free. They kept me updated at every step and let me know what to do next. Joseph English is very polite and always happy to give updates whenever I needed. I highly recommend them for any planning permission needs.

Ines C.

8 months ago

Very pleased with the support of the Attic Planning team. Always kept up to date, very quick progression and very responsive. I would use them again and can strongly recommend them.

Brian C.

8 months ago

Stephen’s expert guidance through the planning process saved us time and stress. The final plans exceeded our expectations ( with permission granted ) which will create a space that is both beautiful and perfectly suited to our needs. We highly recommend them without reservation

Thomas B.

12 months ago

Delighted with the support I got from Attic Planning, excellent clear communication ensured that I knew each step in the process and they kept me up to date with the planning process and timelines. One visit to my house was needed for measurement purposes & they took care of the rest. Highly recommended.

Laila Océane P.

1 year ago

Stephen K.

2 years ago

Exceptional service and support from start to finish from JEA for my recent attic conversion planning application. Great communication and extremely efficient, I would have no hesitation in highly recommending JEA

Liam M.

2 years ago

Very happy with the service and despite my research into planning applications in the area, I received a more favorable outcome than
i expected. This was as a result of the architect's guidance and his suggestions

Dara M.

2 years ago

JEA were excellent to work with. I engaged them to plan my recent attic conversion. Stephen guided me through the whole planning process and designed the best use of the space I had to convert. I’m delighted with the finished result. Would highly recommend JEA.

laura S.

3 years ago

Delighted with how cost efficient and easy the process was with JEA architecture - all of Stage 1 design and planning was effortlessly taken care of by them with successful result (planning granted and we love the design!) and with care and attention to detail which means we were happy and then our builder could quote and can now get to work using the plans. Highly recommend.

Wayne R.

3 years ago

The guys at JEA have been fantastic and provided a very professional and friendly service, from first phone call to submitting application for planning permission. A pleasure to deal with!

Deniss

3 years ago

A fantastic company and a pleasure to deal with. Absolutely seamless from quotation to completing the planning aplication for our atic convertion. Amazing customer service and nothing was a problem. We are delighted with our decision to use JEArchitecture, all of the team were really professional and easy to work with and we could not recommend them highly enough.

Sarah C.

3 years ago

We used JEA architecture for our attic conversion and we were very pleased with the service. They were professional and easy to deal with. Would recommend

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Important Planning Note

Our experience to date is that 2 out of 3 attics that involve alterations to the roof or dormer extensions or similar will require planning permission even with the new exempt regulations. That’s why it is critical to obtain professional advice before proceeding with your attic project.

Important Planning Note

Why Homeowners
Choose AtticPlanning.ie

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Registered Architects

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15+ Years’ Experience

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Thousands of Attic Projects

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Independent Advice

Builder-Ready Drawings

Before You Choose
A Builder…

Many Make The Mistake Of going straight to a builder.

It seems like the obvious first step – but it’s often where projects go wrong.

When you start with a builder, you’re relying on one opinion, one price, and one approach. There’s no independent advice, no design strategy, and no way to know if you’re getting the best outcome for your home.

We are architect-led and completely independent. Our role is to design the right solution for your home first – not to sell you a build.

Then, we introduce you to multiple trusted attic specialists so you can compare quotes, understand real costs, and move forward with confidence.

No pressure.

No guesswork.

No being locked into one contractor too early.

Just clear advice, a proven process, and the ability to make the right decision for your home.

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Ready to find out what's possible?

Book your architect’s Assessment today and take the first step towards your new attic conversion.

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Ireland’s Attic Conversion Architects