removal of internal staircase

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  1. porkfish-pie

    porkfish-pie Member

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    Hi
    Was wondering if anyone has had any experience with or knows the rough cost for the removal of an internal staircase?
    And then to enclose the floor board space?

    Thanks in advance.

    J
     
  2. Scott No Mates

    Scott No Mates Well-Known Member

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    Are you trying to convert the upstairs/downstairs into two separate units?

    The cost will need to include fire separation of both units (not just the hole) and will also require a DA/CC as it changes fire safety.
     
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    willair Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    Once you take the staircase out,how do you intend to access that level ...
     
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  5. porkfish-pie

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    Hi, I'm not attempting to convert into 2 units.
    The internal staircase was installed buy previous owner (elderly lady).
    Seeking to restore it to original floor plan which provides a larger living area upstairs.

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  6. porkfish-pie

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    The home already has external stair-cases at the front and rear of the home to access the downstairs level.