If you would like to carry out improvements to your home you need to get the Trust's permission first. Please write to the Head of Housing Management and Head of Stock Investment for permission at the Head Office.
This may be refused if the work would make your home less safe, cost us money or reduce the value of the property. For some works we will ask that reputable and accredited tradesmen are used and we will visit your home to make sure alterations have been completed to a satisfactory standard.
We will also advise you if planning permission is needed.
Examples of improvements you need to let us know about before you start work include:
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Putting up a garage, shed or conservatory
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Creating access for a car, such as, dropping the kerb or removing a wall
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Fitting your own burglar alarm, fire, electric shower, bathroom suite or kitchen
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Fitting a satellite dish (flats and maisonette only)
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Knocking down internal walls
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Putting up walls or boundary fences
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Loft conversion
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Relocating a gas boiler
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General internal and external alterations
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Laminate flooring
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Installing water features that need water or electrical supplies
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Artexing walls and ceilings
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Installing an outside tap
If you have already carried out any of the above alterations please contact your local area office to discuss this further.