What is the procedure if I want to finish the attic in my Kaufman & Broad home?
Your attic must conform to codes for living space This information is included in the deed of sale. If your attic conforms to codes for living space, you can go ahead and have the work done as long as you comply with the original building permit. Make sure that you select a remodeler who can provide the necessary guarantees and insurance. Your attic does not conform to code for living space If you find in the deed of sale that your attic does not conform to code for living space, ask the president of the ASL for the community building permit to see if there is any remaining available net floor area (surface hors œuvre net or S.H.O.N.). There are two possibilities: – There is some net floor area (SHON) available. In this case, you will need to file a simplified building permit to the local authority. Once it is approved, you can go ahead and have the work done. Make sure that you select a remodeler who can provide the necessary guarantees and insurance. – There is no net floor area (SHO
