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Attic Conversions in Fairview, Phibsborough & North Dublin City
Attic Conversion for homes and businesses in Artane, Cabra, Clontarf, Coolock, Drumcondra, East Wall, Fairview, Glasnevin, Phibsborough and Stoneybatter. Tell us about your house and we will get the right attic conversion company to you.
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[Attic Conversion] in North Dublin City
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Homes in North Dublin City and what that means for attic conversion
A mix of Victorian and Edwardian red-brick terraces around Phibsborough, Stoneybatter, Drumcondra, Fairview and East Wall, and large 1930s–1950s housing schemes in Cabra, Artane and Coolock. Clontarf adds bigger period and mid-century family homes along the bay.
Period homes often have low-pitched or complex roofs and may be in conservation areas, which limits dormer options and makes careful design and planning essential. 1930s–1960s hipped-roof semi-detached homes are classic candidates for hip-to-gable or rear dormer conversions.
What to check before you hire a attic conversion company
- Ask whether the conversion will meet Building Regulations for a habitable room, or be classed as storage
- Ask who handles planning permission if a dormer is involved
- Check that an engineer designs any structural changes
- Ask for a certificate of compliance with the Building Regulations at the end
- Get a fixed price that clearly states what is included (stairs, electrics, plumbing, finishes)
Common attic conversion jobs in North Dublin City
- Attic Bedroom Conversion – typical cost €30,000–€55,000
- Attic Office Conversion – typical cost €25,000–€45,000
- Dormer Attic Conversion – typical cost €40,000–€70,000
- Attic Ensuite Conversion – typical cost Adds €8,000–€15,000 to the conversion
- Hip To Gable Attic Conversion – typical cost €50,000–€80,000
- Velux Attic Conversion – typical cost €25,000–€45,000
- Attic Stairs Installation – typical cost €1,200–€3,500
- Attic Insulation Upgrade – typical cost €1,200–€2,500 before any grant
- Attic Storage Conversion – typical cost €15,000–€25,000
- Attic Playroom Conversion – typical cost €25,000–€45,000
Larger projects: Mansard Attic Conversion, Design and Build Attic Conversion, Period Home Attic Conversion.
Area by area: attic conversion in North Dublin City
- Artane (Dublin 5, Dublin City Council): Artane is mostly 1950s and 1960s semi-detached and terraced family housing, much of it built as local authority schemes and since extended.
- Cabra (Dublin 7, Dublin City Council): Cabra has large 1930s–1950s housing schemes of terraced and semi-detached homes, many now extended to the rear or into the attic.
- Clontarf (Dublin 3, Dublin City Council): Clontarf runs along Dublin Bay, with Victorian and Edwardian homes near the seafront and larger 1930s–1950s family houses further inland.
- Coolock (Dublin 5 / 17, Dublin City Council): Coolock is largely 1960s and 1970s estate housing, with some newer infill apartments and townhouses.
- Drumcondra (Dublin 9, Dublin City Council): Drumcondra is known for Victorian and Edwardian red-brick terraces, plus 1920s–1930s homes on quieter roads towards Griffith Avenue.
- East Wall (Dublin 3, Dublin City Council): East Wall has compact Victorian and early 20th-century terraced cottages close to the docklands, along with newer apartment blocks.
- Fairview (Dublin 3, Dublin City Council): Fairview has red-brick terraces and period homes near Fairview Park, alongside apartments on the main roads.
- Glasnevin (Dublin 9 / 11, Dublin City Council): Glasnevin mixes Victorian and Edwardian homes near the Botanic Gardens with 1930s–1950s semi-detached houses and newer apartments.
- Phibsborough (Dublin 7, Dublin City Council): Phibsborough is dense with Victorian and Edwardian red-brick terraces, many split into flats or recently restored as family homes.
- Stoneybatter (Dublin 7, Dublin City Council): Stoneybatter is a tight grid of small Victorian artisan cottages and terraces, where access and space are often limited.
Other districts: Dublin North Coast, North County Dublin, Dublin 15, West Dublin & Leixlip, South West Dublin, South Dublin City, Dún Laoghaire & South Coast, Stillorgan, Sandyford & Foxrock.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you cover Artane, Cabra, Clontarf, Coolock, Drumcondra, East Wall, Fairview, Glasnevin, Phibsborough and Stoneybatter?
Yes. North Dublin City includes Artane, Cabra, Clontarf, Coolock, Drumcondra, East Wall, Fairview, Glasnevin, Phibsborough and Stoneybatter. If you are just outside these areas, get in touch anyway.
What attic conversion issues are common in North Dublin City?
Period homes often have low-pitched or complex roofs and may be in conservation areas, which limits dormer options and makes careful design and planning essential. 1930s–1960s hipped-roof semi-detached homes are classic candidates for hip-to-gable or rear dormer conversions.
Do I need planning permission for an attic conversion?
A conversion with rear rooflights is often exempt, but dormers generally need planning permission. Check with your council, especially in conservation areas.
Can my attic be used as a bedroom?
Only if it meets the Building Regulations for habitable rooms, including fire safety, stairs, headroom and ventilation. Otherwise it is classed as storage.
How long does an attic conversion take?
Typically four to eight weeks, depending on size and whether dormers are involved.
Does an attic conversion add value?
A compliant conversion usually adds value. A non-compliant 'storage' conversion adds less and can raise questions during a sale.
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