Many older homes simply do not have the right types of attics to construe this space.
Building regulations attic bedrooms.
The first code requirement we ll look at is the minimum space requirement.
Building code requirements for bedrooms by nathalie mornu updated april 12 2018 as long as half of the ceiling is 7 feet tall the height restrictions for a bedroom are met.
Exterior openings into the attic space of any building intended for human occupancy shall be protected to prevent the entry of birds squirrels rodents snakes and other similar creatures.
This would translate to a bare minimum of 7 x 10.
Openings for ventilation having a least dimension of not less than 1 16 inch 1 6 mm and not more than inch 6 4 mm shall be permitted.
70 square feet or more of floor space.
Space regulations are often a deal breaker for many homeowners.