Does an attic count in the WWS?

What matters

For an attic the policy manual looks at access (fixed stairs or a loft ladder), clear height and whether the space is fitted out as a room, for example with a window. Under sloping roofs only the part with sufficient height counts.

An attic reachable only by a loft ladder is valued differently from one with fixed stairs. Have this assessed per property; the exact rules are in the policy manual.

Worked example (fictitious)

A fictitious attic has 24 m² of floor, of which 15 m² has sufficient height because of the sloping roof. With fixed stairs and fitted out as a room: 15 × 1 = 15 points. As an other space: 15 × 0.75 = 11.25 points.

Measuring the full 24 m² would therefore overstate the points. A measurement report under the WWS measuring instruction prevents this.

What this means for you

Attics are a common source of disputes. Have the usable area measured and record access and layout with photos.

Frequently asked questions

Does an attic with a loft ladder count?

It is valued differently from an attic with fixed stairs; the policy manual rules apply.

Do sloping parts count?

Only the part with sufficient clear height under the measuring instruction.

How do I avoid disputes?

With a measurement report and photos of stairs, height and layout.