Is my cellar fit for purpose

[The Lightbowne Cowboy]

It does have space, but it is currently blocked by a cement slab. Not sure why, here is a video https://imgur.com/gallery/cellar-qyu3keq

I'm in the same position mate. Waiting for a move date and mines also got a cellar. Problem is, it's too god damn low to do anything with it. I'm 6'3 and that doesn't help matters:(

 

[Gareth Barry Conlon]

It does have space, but it is currently blocked by a cement slab. Not sure why, here is a video https://imgur.com/gallery/cellar-qyu3keq

Looks OK that.

The big issue with cellars is the air quality is poor even if its not damp. To make it livable you need to fully tank it so you would have to dig down to then build up a floor with a membrane that links up the walls and get enough headroom. You also need ventilation and heating. It's all very expensive to a liveable standard. Looks good as it is though, you could tank it as it is and install a fan and it would be a great storage space.

 

[johnny crossan]

don't forget to include a well

 

[DiscoSteve]

why do you need it livable in? you planning to setup an HMO and fill full of students/immigrants (delete as appropriate)

 

[Lankers]

Not liveable per se, I just meant usable space beyond storage, I'm planning on creating a gym down there, nothing fancy

 

[Lankers]

I'm 6"4 and can stand up without any issues

 

[Lavinda Past]

I'm 6"4 and can stand up without any issues

Not an FOC then....

:-)

 

[metalblue]

Not liveable per se, I just meant usable space beyond storage, I'm planning on creating a gym down there, nothing fancy

If you can get it classed as liveable the value of your house goes up.

 

[Tuearts right boot]

That looks like a decent cellar, an ideal knocking shop if I may say so.

 

[franksinatra]

To make the room livable, based on UK legislation the two main points are how would you be able to get out if a fire happened in the other part of the dwelling. UK Building regs if it’s a habitable room, such as a gym, you either need to direct access out via a suitably sized window or a door or alternative create a protected stairway within the dwelling.

And it is properly tanked to prevent moisture ingress.

Tough to resolve those points if the cellar is fully under the ground and then the added issue of ventilating the room .