Loft conversion interstitial condensation problem

[JohnD]

it's not a habitable living space (loft conversion) so it doesn't need to be plasterboarded

if at some future point you decide to convert it, it would have to be done properly, so the old plasterboard would be removed.

Currently you have a damp problem and need to strip out the roof slope lining

 

[JohnD]

OOI, I can see the photos today, but they didn't show earlier.

The surveyor may have been very concerned about a non-compliant partial conversion built without approval. These can be a minefield and expensive to restore or bring up to standard. Stripping off the plasterboard will expose the roof timbers and show if they have been incorrectly cut.

 

[^woody^]

If there are no fixed stairs, it is not considered a conversion. You can have lights, sockets and a floor in a storage loft if you want. I don't think plasterboard matters, although in this case it is probably related to the damp spots, whether they were caused by leaks or condensation, so I favour removing it and the rafter insulation to see what's going on..

De-conversion is more onerous. The LA will want it made into such a state that it is not just a token effort and can't be subsequently used as a room. So plasterboard, and electric circuits (bar one light point) are not acceptable.

 

[Noidea1123]

Bit of a bugger then, since there is a radiator plumbed in to boot!

 

[JohnD]

AFAIK the council has not issued a notice to the householder.

 

[Noidea1123]

No, it's my house. The council haven't been involved at all.