Moving the kitchen to different zones of the house and apartment: the main difficulties (22 photos). Moving the kitchen into a room - unacceptable and acceptable solutions for redevelopment

Moving the kitchen into a room is a fairly frequent phenomenon, which is dictated by the need for optimal use of small living space and fashionable trends in modern apartment designs. However, regardless of the reasons, such a redevelopment of an apartment is a troublesome and costly business, and before starting such a big business, you need to think over everything well.

You can use the breakfast bar to separate the kitchen from the rest of the room.

Legally, transferring a kitchen space to a room is quite acceptable, but it has a lot of conditions and restrictions. The technical side also causes a lot of difficulties. At the same time, there are no insoluble problems, and if you have a great desire to carry out reconstruction, you can do everything even with your own hands.

Reasonableness of reconstruction

The main advantage of moving the kitchen to another room in the apartment is the freeing up of the room and the expansion of the space. Such an event is advisable if there is a little-used area in the hall, corridor, on the loggia, etc. which makes it possible to create a cooking zone in them, and convert the freed up area for another purpose. It is normatively prohibited to create living room from the kitchen (bedroom), but there are no restrictions on the equipment of the study or workshop.

Removing the kitchen from a small isolated room to an open area, for example, a hall, allows several people to participate in the culinary work; the hostess does not isolate herself from other family members for long time, which is important if you have babies. Therefore, this transfer has many positive aspects.

However, plans to change the location of the kitchen also have serious drawbacks: the complexity of obtaining permits for redevelopment, the laboriousness of work on the installation of new communications and ventilation systems, a complete refusal gas stove, complication of cleanliness control, especially in the presence of upholstered furniture.

Regulatory Requirements

Moving the kitchen to another room is considered a redevelopment of the apartment complex and requires permits for such an event, which includes currently valid regulatory requirements caused by the fact that the kitchen is a place that is dangerous in terms of water and gas, and also a source of unpleasant odors.

According to existing standards and the rules prohibit moving the kitchen into a room located above the living room or bedroom of neighbors, which is justified by the risk of flooding. Such an action will be allowed only if waterproofing is done in strict accordance with the established norms, which is difficult and expensive to provide. The ban does not apply to residents of the first floor, or if the apartment is located above the non-residential premises.

Technical rules for the use of gas in residential complex prohibit changing the lines, which makes it impossible to move the gas stove. There are restrictions on the temperature balance - a significant difference between the average temperature values inside and outside the room is not allowed, that is, one should not plan kitchen space along outer wall or taking it out to the balcony.

Special requirements are imposed on the ventilation device in the food preparation area, while it cannot be combined with the ventilation system of the bathrooms. All changes for new water supply and sewerage communications require approval. An important standardized condition is the mandatory presence of a window with natural light in kitchen area.

Features of the work

The most important activities for the transfer of the kitchen are the following works:

Installation of a water supply network with the installation of a sink.
Sewerage connection for water discharge.
Supply electrical network for stove, electrical appliances and lighting with the installation of switches, sockets.
Zoning the kitchen space - changing the flooring, redesigning the ceiling and walls, forming partitions; placement of kitchen furniture and equipment.

Please note that the new kitchen must have its own lighting.

Installation of communications

The first step in the reconstruction is the creation and connection of electrical wiring. The electricity consumption in the room where the kitchen equipment is transferred will increase sharply, therefore, a new power supply from the main panel is required. It is necessary to use a wire with copper conductors with a cross section of at least 2.5 sq. Mm, and also do not forget about the grounding wire.

Better gasket hidden type, i.e. in strobes (it is advisable to use additional protection in the form of a corrugation or casing. Kitchen electrical wiring must be connected in the lead-in switchboard through a residual current circuit breaker. Sockets and a switch are mounted in the kitchen area. You will need tools for installing electrical wiring such as:

hammer;
bit;
pliers;
puncher;
construction knife;
screwdriver;
pliers;
test screwdriver.

The second stage is the laying of the water supply system, i.e. mounting water pipes from the riser that previously provided the kitchen water supply. Moving the sink can increase the length of the pipes significantly. For wiring, you can apply metal pipes, but most widespread find metal-plastic pipes.

For laying a new water supply, it is better to use polypropylene pipes and fittings.

The water supply is supplied to the sink under the finished floor, and its vertical section from the floor to the mixer is better to mount in a channel made in the wall, but it can also be laid along the surface of the wall. In the latter case, the pipes are masked with a plastic casing. For do-it-yourself work, you will need the following:

gas and adjustable wrench;
puncher;
grinder;
chisel / hammer;
file.

The arrangement of the sewer drain must ensure the gravity of water, and for this, the pipe is installed with a slope of 20 to 30 mm lowering for each meter of length. If the length of the drain is short, the pipe is placed under floor covering, however, with its increase, the existing floor thickness is not enough, and the masking of the sewer is performed using a box or a decorative casing on the wall surface or covered with furniture. If the gravity flow cannot be ensured, then a low-power pump is installed, which has its own power supply and is turned on as needed. For sewage, experts recommend using plastic pipes, on which a plastic siphon is attached under the sink.

Ventilation system

An obligatory element of the kitchen is reliable ventilation of the room, the exit of which is provided to the existing communications of the old kitchen or directly to the street (it is forbidden to withdraw through the bathrooms). When venting out into the street, it should not interfere with neighbors, which requires an increase in the length of the external ducts. To connect to an existing branch, it is usually necessary to install a special ventilation box, which in the case of suspended or tensile structures on the ceiling is no problem and is covered with ceiling tiles. If suspension systems no, then the box is mounted along the wall near the ceiling and decorated with plastic plates. Air is removed from the room by a suction fan. For a ventilation device you will need:

hammer / drill;
construction knife;
pliers;
screwdriver;
hammer.

Arrangement of premises

After the installation of communications, the arrangement of the premises is carried out, which includes the repair of the floor, walls and ceiling. First of all, the floor covering, which was damaged during the laying of pipes, is restored. The next step is to plaster and putty the walls and ceiling to mask the electrical wiring strobes; damages in the places of pipe laying are repaired and ventilation duct through the wall. Installed suspended ceiling with the simultaneous installation of spotlights.

Room zoning

After the transfer, the kitchen should stand out from other areas and at the same time blend harmoniously with the interior. From a psychological point of view, it is better when the kitchen is visually highlighted, i.e. zoned.

An effective way of zoning is the bar counter: it creates the illusion of a border between the hall and the kitchen.

Zoning can be provided with floors of different heights: usually, in the kitchen area, the floor rises slightly compared to the living room floor - a kind of podium is formed. Something similar can be created on a false ceiling with two levels. The delimitation of an openwork partition looks quite aesthetically pleasing, especially with curly flowers or an elongated aquarium.

Newly made owners often have the question of redeveloping an apartment in order to improve living conditions, since the standard footage of premises, especially kitchens, does not suit the buyer, due to its small area... Is it possible to legalize the transfer of the kitchen and are there legal opportunities to implement this idea?

In what cases can a kitchen transfer be carried out?

Let's make a reservation right away that moving the kitchen without approval is strictly prohibited and is considered an illegal action that entails the corresponding consequences.

There are 3 cases in which the possibility of moving a kitchen can be considered, each of them has its own advantages and limitations:

If the apartment is on the 1st floor and there is a basement below it, or if there is a non-residential premises on the floor below.
If the apartment is located on the middle floor, and above and below it there are residential apartments.
If the apartment is on the top floor.

We'll discuss each in more detail in the following sections of this article. But immediately we note important point: for all 3 cases, there is a single rule: it is possible to obtain permission to move the kitchen only when using an electric stove, if a gas stove is used, then it is strictly forbidden to move the kitchen. However, there are some nuances here too, we'll talk about them later.

Implement the transfer of the kitchen according to the law possible subject to a number of conditions. At the same time, it is not possible to transfer the kitchen to all premises, the prohibited ones include:

Bathroom or toilet (applies to all floors except the last). The inability to agree on the transfer of the kitchen in the apartment to the bathroom or, for example, to the toilet is the deterioration of your living conditions and the attendant problems with further sale, since your kitchen will be located in an elevated zone.
Balcony (loggia). The transfer of the kitchen to the balcony or loggia is also prohibited by the Housing Code in most houses built in the 70-90s, since these liberties are contrary to sanitary and building standards, respectively, with such a transfer of the kitchen, the approval of the BTI and the Moscow Housing Inspectorate cannot be obtained.
Living room (if there is a living room on the floor below). Carrying out the transfer of the kitchen to the room is illegal, which follows from the provisions of the Government Decree Russian Federation No. 47 of January 26, 2006, which prohibits placing the kitchen above the living quarters (rooms) of the neighbors below.

If the latter condition is violated, the owner faces a fine for moving the kitchen to the living room. If any of the neighbors or employees management company write a complaint about you, then the result will be a check. Although the fine, according to the current legislation, is small - only 2,500 rubles, however, on the basis of the prescription, a requirement will be imposed to return the old layout of the apartment to its original position, and this is wasted time and money that will also be spent on repairs in connection with the return of the kitchen to previous location.

Relocation of the kitchen on the ground floor or above non-residential premises

So let's consider 1st case and all the nuances associated with it. We note right away that it is easiest to transfer the kitchen to a room on the 1st floor, or to transfer the kitchen to a room above the non-residential premises, if the property is located on the 2nd floor or higher, but under it there are, for example, shops, a hairdresser's, a parking lot, etc. In this situation, you can move the kitchen anywhere, in principle, you can’t just under the bathrooms of the neighbors on top. However, in some cases, such an option is still possible, for this the owner of the apartment writes a certificate about the deterioration of his housing conditions, in which he undertakes to warn subsequent tenants about this if the apartment is put up for sale. But this does not always work, but only in rare cases.

For all residents of other floors, there are some restrictions when performing such work, and moving the kitchen into a room is completely prohibited, since their kitchen will be located above the neighbors' living room, which will worsen their living conditions.

At the same time, even such work, which is not burdened with additional difficulties, such as moving the kitchen on the first floor, is accompanied by interference in the ventilation system, water supply, and the necessary technical examination. Therefore, entrust this matter to our professionals in order to avoid problems and waste of money!

Placing the kitchen above the living room

Second case, when the apartment is on the middle floor, and residential apartments are located below and above it, is the most difficult, since more restrictions are imposed on such a transfer and all basic laws apply.

In such a situation, a question may arise for the owner: is it possible to make a kitchen over the living room of the neighbors? The above Government Decree prohibits the placement of kitchens above living rooms, and the same is true with a bathroom, which should be located only above non-residential premises.

For residents of middle floors, there is only 1 option: transferring the kitchen to a non-residential area (in the corridor, pantry, etc.). At the same time, the prohibition on the location of the kitchen under the toilet of the neighbors from above is necessarily taken into account, which can be bypassed with the help of the certificate mentioned above, and all requirements for the device of the kitchen-niche must be taken into account:

the sink and stove must be located in a non-residential area, or remain in the area former kitchen;
ventilation and sufficient natural light new kitchens, as well as proper waterproofing of floor coverings;
the area of the kitchen niche should not be less than 5 meters.

And what about the location of the living room above the kitchen? In the Departmental Building Norms 61-89 (p) in clause 2.6 "Reconstruction and overhaul residential buildings»Contain design norms where it is prohibited to locate kitchens with a gas stove under / above living rooms. The same prohibition is established in the Code of Rules 41-108-2004.

If the kitchen is not gasified, then such actions are possible subject to all standards. In any case, it is impossible to make a decision on the transfer of the kitchen without consulting with experts, as this threatens with a host of resulting problems, both legal and purely domestic.

Concerning third case(apartments located on the top floor), then the location of the kitchen above the living room is also not allowed. This is stated by the above-mentioned decree and SNiP, which are guided by the authors of house projects, which also impose a ban on placing a kitchen over a living room.

But, despite this limitation, there are also advantages due to the fact that there are no living rooms on top and, accordingly, there are no bathrooms, therefore there is no threat of deterioration of their living conditions. For example, you can safely move the kitchen, expanding its area by square meters toilet.

Communications when moving the kitchen

Do not forget about the need to sum up all communication structures, since the whole event does not make sense without moving the sink. In this regard, the sewerage and water supply systems are primarily undergoing changes and transformations. Often, when transferring a kitchen to a communication room, it is not possible to install it so as not to cross doorways.

And if during the connection of the water supply, difficulties may not arise (pipes can be hidden in concrete screed or under the ceiling), then when moving the kitchen to the living room, the sewage system will create more problems. It's all about the requirement to lay a sewer pipe at a certain slope, and therefore, many have difficulties with the technical side of the work. If the distance to the riser is too large, then the slope may not allow the pipes to be installed in the floor screed; in this situation, water pumps are used.

Sometimes a podium is used to disguise communications, which is a good way out of the situation, and when the right approach to the installation is also an excellent design solution.

When moving the kitchen to the corridor, you can bring the sewer into the bathroom, if the distance to the riser is small, this will allow you to make a slope for the outflow of water. In this case, the water supply and sewerage plan must be approved before the direct transfer..

The ventilation system is also undergoing changes, however, the main condition is its passage through the channel of the former kitchen, which will prevent the penetration of odors into the neighbors' apartments. However, it is forbidden to carry out the hood through the outlet of the toilet, since in this case not very pleasant smells will penetrate into your apartment.

As the above suggests, there are many factors and details involved in moving a kitchen. For a favorable outcome, the best solution for you would be to trust our craftsmen, taking into account a large number of requirements, both from the technical side and from the legal one.

Moving a kitchen with a gas stove

Having an electric stove, getting approval for redevelopment is not difficult. Less fortunate for those looking to realize moving a kitchen with a gas stove - it is impossible under any circumstances, since it is a source of increased danger.

As follows from the Appendix to the Government Decree No. 508, a kitchen with a gas stove must necessarily be isolated from living quarters. In this regard, transferring a kitchen with a gas stove to a room is impossible! The supply of a gas pipe through living quarters is strictly prohibited!

In this case, there are 2 optimal options:

Moving the kitchen without a gas stove (the tile remains in the same place where the kitchen was previously, then on the BTI plans this room continues to be considered a kitchen, despite the fact that the rest kitchen furniture will be located elsewhere).
Replacing a gas stove with an electric one (this is a complex process in which the project specifies the withdrawal of gas from the apartment, the allocated number of kilowatts is calculated and it is determined whether there is enough power to install an electric stove and whether it is possible to install it at all, if so, the project is being developed and the replacement is carried out , and then the transfer of the kitchen).

In any case, for the implementation of such an event, it is advisable to consult with our specialists at the initial stage of work.

Kitchen remodeling with wall relocation

Many owners have a question: is it possible, during redevelopment, to transfer the kitchen to a room with the demolition of the wall to increase the space?

An increase in the kitchen due to the living room and the transfer of the kitchen wall to the room can be realized, but there are several important nuances:

firstly, the stove and sink must remain in the same places.
secondly, the transfer of the wall must be carried out subject to the requirements for the minimum area of the living room (this criterion is individual depending on the type of apartment and other data).

In its pure form, with the transfer of the sink and stove, this is possible only if the floor below is a non-residential premises or a basement, if it is the first floor, but not under the bathrooms of the neighbors above. Although this restriction can be circumvented in some cases by writing a certificate of deterioration in their living conditions.

Moreover, in panel houses moving the wall between the kitchen and the room is also impossible for the reason that in most cases this wall is load-bearing and its dismantling is prohibited.

The only option to increase the space in case the wall between the kitchen and the room is not load-bearing, can be the demolition of this wall. In this case, it is necessary to designate the boundary of the division of the premises, this can be achieved with the help of different floor coverings or small walls on both sides, an arch, etc.

If the apartment where the kitchen is being transferred has a free layout, then there are some nuances of coordination. Since the plans drawn up by the BTI do not indicate zoning, it is necessary to receive a plan from the project manager, certified by him and confirming that the kitchen has been moved to a non-residential area.

Based on the foregoing, it is easy to come to the conclusion that the unauthorized implementation of redevelopment of any plan leads to negative consequences In most cases.

Turning to the experienced professionals of the Architectural and Design Workshop No. 1, you can be sure of conducting an in-depth analysis of the possibilities of transferring the kitchen, taking into account both the customer's requirements and the requirements of the Housing Law, as well as other sanitary and building codes at each stage of approval.

Output:

There are 3 cases in which the possibility of transferring a kitchen can be considered, each of them has its own nuances:

If the apartment is on the 1st floor and there is a basement under it, or if there is a non-residential premises on the floor below: in this situation, the kitchen can be moved anywhere, in principle, but not under the bathrooms of the neighbors on top, although in some cases this can also be solved by signing a certificate of deterioration of their living conditions.
If your property is located on the middle floor, and there are residential apartments below and above it: there is only 1 option - moving the kitchen to a non-residential area (into the corridor, pantry, etc.), but not under the bathrooms of the neighbors above (or, again, having written a certificate about the deterioration of living conditions, obtain permission to place the kitchen under the bathroom of the neighbor on top).
If the apartment is located on the top floor: you can move the kitchen anywhere (except for living quarters) - due to the absence of neighbors from above, you can increase the kitchen area even by using your own toilet.

For all 3 cases, there is a single rule: it is strictly forbidden to move a kitchen with a gas stove, this can only be done when using an electric stove!

Support for the solution in Moscow of issues of coordination, legalization of redevelopment, transfer of the kitchen (gas stove) to the living room, living room, non-residential premises.

Moving the kitchen to the living room

The kitchen is the soul of the Russian home. Relatives, friends and neighbors enter here. Households gather here many times a day: they eat, communicate, exchange news, make plans, celebrate holidays, celebrate significant dates. If the kitchen space ceases to accommodate those who wish, it becomes relevant to transfer the kitchen to a living room or a more suitable place. This article highlights the issues surrounding this challenging event. Content links will help you quickly find the answer to the most topical ones.

Relocation of the kitchen in terms of current legislation

Many of those who are interested in whether it is possible to transfer the kitchen to the living room are in the captivity of erroneous judgments. Some believe that such a change in the layout is impossible, others that the way to obtain permission to move the kitchen is littered with insurmountable problems, and still others that any alterations are allowed in their own privatized housing (apartment, house), if only there is enough space. Others are convinced that retroactively they will be able to legitimize everything that is arbitrarily altered and transferred.

As a result, numerous violations, refusals to legalize redevelopment and fines, damaged equipment, shattered nerves, shed tears, wasted time and funds wasted. These troubles can be avoided. To do this, you need to know and take into account the relationship of legislation to changing the configuration of the living space. Immediately, we note that the law allows the redevelopment of the apartment with the transfer of the kitchen. The mandatory conditions are:

Preservation (not deterioration) after the transfer of the kitchen of their own living conditions and neighbors;
Compliance with current sanitary (SanPiN 2.1.2.2645-10) and construction (SNiP 31-03-2003) norms and rules;
Compliance with the procedure for obtaining permission for redevelopment and approval of the transfer of the kitchen to a room or other place;
Legalization of the unauthorized modification of the layout in accordance with the prescribed procedure.

In fairness, we note a number of legal grounds for moving the kitchen to a new place. Permitting procedures will be simplified as much as possible in the case when:

The apartment to be reconstructed is on the first floor (nobody's living conditions and interests are affected, you can safely re-plan, relying on building standards);
The reconstruction was started by the owner or tenant of a two-level housing (the interests, sanitary and living conditions of the neighbors below are not affected);
The kitchen area is “relocated” over the corridors, storage rooms, etc., located on the lower floors.

During renovation works related to the placement kitchen area on another area, you have to solve typical tasks to link the actions performed with existing requirements normative documents... These include:

Use of the space vacated as a result of the demolition (liquidation) of the bathroom;
Transfer of the actual kitchen and kitchen equipment to the living room;
Sewerage and water supply modification;
Providing adequate ventilation and natural light.

In the same order, we will also lay out the subsequent material.

Using the place of the disassembled bathroom

By law, the transfer of a kitchen to the place of a sanitary facility or a bathroom that was liquidated for this cannot be done. The provisions of SanPiN 2.1.2.2645-10 (clause 3.8) and SNiP 31-03-2003 (clause 9.22) prohibit placing bathrooms over living rooms and kitchens. The only exceptions are duplex apartments. According to the law, by placing a kitchen on the "territory" of a former toilet, the owners formally worsen their living conditions.

Just five years ago, the problem was solved by applying to the competent authority with a statement about the awareness of such a step and the obligation to notify the buyer about this in the event of the sale of the apartment. Today, this loophole in the law has been removed. Exceptions are housing on two levels or living on the top floor, excluding the presence of bathrooms of the neighbors upstairs.

Placing a kitchen in a living room

On January 26, 2006, the Government of the Russian Federation, by Resolution No. 47 (see paragraph 22), unequivocally prohibited the transfer of the kitchen to the place where their own premises were located or under which the living quarters are located on the lower floors. Having arbitrarily carried out such a redevelopment, the developer formally changed the status of the neighbor's room downstairs to "non-residential". Such a legal conflict is unacceptable. But the law does not prohibit moving kitchen equipment to the corridor, former closet, or others. Placing an apartment on the ground floor or above non-residential areas also does not create restrictions on what was conceived.

Another unpleasant moment. If the mentioned redevelopment is successful, it will not work to arrange a nursery, living room or bedroom in the vacant (former "kitchen") place. According to the law, living rooms cannot be located under the kitchens of upstairs neighbors. However, this situation has a legal solution. This is the design of these square meters, like a study. Legally, it will be uninhabited, but it can be applied at the discretion of the owner.

A few more nuances to consider:

The newly equipped kitchen should receive natural light through existing window either through a glass partition from an adjacent room;
When arranging a kitchen-living room (studio), you will need to replace the gas stove with an electric one;
Unwillingness to switch from gas to electricity will result in the impossibility of making an opening from the kitchen to the living room in the partition between the rooms, or the need to install a closing door (sliding partition) in it;
When deciding to replace the stove (gas for electric), it is advisable to assess the increase in electricity charges.

Redevelopment of fully electrified apartments is much easier than gasified ones!

Problems with sewerage, ventilation, lighting when moving the kitchen to the apartment

Now let's consider what the transfer of the kitchen to house communications is fraught with.

A gas stove is an obstacle to a radical change in the layout. When starting a redevelopment, it is advisable to replace the gas stove with an electric stove!

Sewerage and plumbing

The normal functioning of the kitchen implies ensuring the supply (transfer) of all types of house communications to a new place. According to building codes, the supply of water to the dishwasher and kitchen sink, as well as the drainage of used water must be uninterrupted (unimpeded) and constant. To supply water, old pipes of cold and hot water supply are built up (lengthened) or new ones are laid. Laying is carried out in four ways:

Along the walls in strips;
Under the screed;
Under a stretch or false ceiling;
In decorative wall boxes.

It is advisable to re-lay sewer pipes in old houses. It is more technologically advanced and makes it easy to eliminate the structural differences between cast iron and plastic pipes. In new buildings this problem solved even easier. Laying under the screed, especially at a distance of more than 3-4 meters, without installing a special pump is not possible: so that the wastewater flows down naturally, it is appropriate to provide a pipe slope of 3-5 degrees (approximately 3 cm per 1 running meter of the sewage system).

Wiring

To ensure sufficient illumination of the work surface and dining area, the correct and safe functioning of kitchen appliances, electrical wiring should be carried out. It must match the power consumption.

Moving a kitchen without a well-thought-out design (diagram) of the wiring, without a reasonable choice of the type, material and cross-section of conductive conductors is a dangerous undertaking. Incorrect wiring is the cause of most fires. Therefore, the design of the electrical wiring diagram and electric installation work must be entrusted to qualified personnel. Unlike new buildings, when redeveloping in old houses, it is better to completely replace the electrical wiring than to transfer it.

Ventilation

Asking the question "can the kitchen be moved?" must know that the new kitchen area must certainly be equipped with ventilation. In accordance with SNiP 31-3-2003 (clause 9.7), it is entrusted with the task of removing air with substances formed during combustion household gas... Ventilation:

It is connected to the old (which existed before the apartment was renovated) sealed ventilation duct, which sometimes extends through other rooms;
It can not interfere with either the ventilation of the neighbors, or with the equipped bathroom, or connect to the latter.

The main obstacle in the ventilation device is the hiding of the box. Workarounds - stretch ceiling, decorative boxes, grooving walls (including bearing ones) with making holes in them. For the latter, you will need to issue a permit. It is advisable to equip long ventilation boxes with exhaust fans. In older homes, ventilation ducts are sometimes required to be cleaned. In new buildings, this problem does not exist.

Lighting

A newly equipped kitchen must be sufficiently lit. According to SNiP 23-05-2010, the illumination rate of the kitchen room is not less than 150 Lx. According to SaNPiN2.1.2.2645-10 and SP 54.13330.2016, during the day, natural light should fall into it. Possible ways:

From the street through the available window;
Through a fiberglass door;
From the adjoining room through a glass partition, a wall of glass blocks.

If the kitchen is moved to one of the former living quarters, problems with wiring and natural light usually do not arise. The option of moving to a non-residential premises may cause difficulties with lighting, which will not be difficult for the designers and architects of our PereplanHome Redevelopment Approval Office. At the end of the article, let us dwell on the barriers that can significantly complicate the licensing procedures.

The main obstacles to obtaining a permit (legalizing the transfer)

Those who at least once tried to get permission to move the kitchen or legalized the redevelopment when it was already moved, know about the existence of bureaucratic obstacles firsthand. In order to legally move the kitchen to a room or another room, you must remember about the following or probable:

Worsening housing conditions;
Violation of the integrity of the bearing walls;
Unskilled tampering with electrical wiring;
Improper modification of the water supply system;
Inadmissible change of the heating system;
Miscalculations in ensuring the temperature regime.

Many owners decide to redevelop their homes for various reasons. You can easily change the study into a bedroom or equip a large room for children in the living room. But the transfer of the kitchen to the room cannot always be carried out in accordance with the current sanitary standards, as well as other domestic standards. And the majority of citizens do not even know about it.
Invalid actions
It should be noted that in own home the owner has the right to decide for himself whether it is possible to transfer the kitchen to the living room or another room. Here, problems can arise only with the presence of natural light in the room and the possibility of conducting the necessary communications to the sink and household appliances. The owners of apartments in high-rise buildings will have, except own desire, reckon with the rights of neighbors living on the lower level, as well as not forget about their safety and the possible deterioration of living conditions. Unforeseen situations, for example, may arise when the sewer pipes are leaking, located one floor above. Who will like it if on kitchen table Or will fecal runoff from a clogged toilet immediately above the kitchen start dripping through the joints of the ceiling tiles?
Even if the transfer of the kitchen is supposed to be done according to all the rules, the landlord is obliged to obtain a permit from the relevant services before starting work, so that later the neighbors or in the event of the sale of housing will not have questions about the legality of the redevelopment.

In what cases is it allowed to move the kitchen to another room or change the boundaries of the room, and in which not? Quite recently, it was enough for the owner to write a corresponding statement, which indicated that he understands the situation and deliberately worsens living conditions. For example, in one-room apartment during the redevelopment, the area of the kitchen area increased by reducing the bathroom by moving the partition. In this case, the kitchen fell under the "wet" zone of the neighbors, which is prohibited by the new rules. But earlier, officials agreed on such a transfer on the condition that the owner undertakes to inform the potential buyer about the problem with the sale of the apartment.
Currently, the sanitary and building codes clearly state when it is forbidden to move the kitchen even by a meter under any conditions:
in a one-room and one-level multi-room apartment of multi-storey buildings, it is not allowed to transfer the kitchen to the bathrooms, showers and bathrooms located on the floor above. An exception can be considered an apartment located on two levels, or on the top floor;
you cannot move the kitchen to the living room or another room if there are living quarters under them, since they will automatically become non-residential. This paragraph does not apply to apartments that occupy the first and second floors, if there are no living areas under them;
it is categorically not allowed to equip the kitchen in a room that does not have a window opening with an opening sash, if a gas stove is used for cooking. It will need to be replaced with an electrical one.

Experts do not recommend moving the kitchen if, during its redevelopment, you have to significantly change the location engineering networks, as well as in case of significant violations of their technological schemes. Firstly, such a project may not be approved by the authorities, and secondly, it will certainly require significant material investments.
When changing the configuration or length of the gas pipe, it is necessary to obtain a permit from the gas industry, and to call their specialists to carry out the work.

Acceptable solutions
Redevelopment with the relocation of the kitchen at the middle levels of multi-storey buildings can be carried out only if the stove, dishwasher, as well as sink and other kitchen equipment are located above or below the territory of corridors, storerooms, built-in wardrobes and other non-residential areas.
Vacant apartments, especially in a one-room apartment, often have small size, but are successfully used as bedrooms or children's rooms. The owner should remember that in the documents such premises will be indicated as not suitable for habitation, except for options last floors... Although from the situation there are: a "new" room can be designated in the drawings, for example, as an office. And in it, the arrangement of any furniture is already allowed.
Moving the kitchen into a living room or corridor is possible only if natural light enters the room. If there is no window in it, it will be necessary to ensure the penetration of daylight from an adjacent room through doors with large glass inserts or through transparent partitions.
In dark rooms, equipped only with lights or electric lamps, the arrangement of the kitchen is not allowed.

Possibilities of combining
V recent times solutions for demolishing partitions in an apartment and combining a kitchen and a living room in one space are gaining more and more popularity. Here the owner needs to know that:
it is not allowed to dismantle, even partially, load-bearing walls;
it is possible to combine living rooms with a kitchen only if an electric stove is located in it;
in the presence of gasified kitchen equipment in place of the disassembled partition, it will be necessary to install sliding structures, or protective shutters that replace the door.

It should be noted that in the houses old building it is not always possible to replace a gas stove with an electric one due to low-power electrical wiring, which does not provide for an increase in loads. Often, even after changing the wiring inside the apartment, the issue remains unresolved, since the common cables located in the Khrushchev and Stalin buildings do not meet modern requirements. In addition, for consumers using electric stoves in gas houses, discounts on electricity consumption are not available. Therefore, the costs of paying for it will increase dramatically.
Communications
Moving the kitchen to a corridor or another room entails the need for a supply device to the sink and dishwasher water, as well as drainage into the sewage system of household waste. The owners think about this, for some reason, in the last place, although it is this factor that very often becomes decisive when redeveloping the space of an apartment.
When installing water supply pipes, there are practically no problems. They can be placed both under the ceiling and in the screed under the floor covering, pass them through small holes in the wall or walled up in grooves. Difficulties arise, as a rule, with a sewage system, which must be laid at a certain slope, and the diameter of a typical pipe is larger than for a water supply system, size - 50 mm, which often creates an obstacle when passing through load-bearing fences.
If the new location of the kitchen equipment is located at a great distance from sewer riser, the difference from the drainage intake to the input into the riser will turn out to be significant. In this case, the system can be equipped with a pump.

When carrying out communications in the zone of the "new" kitchen, one should not forget about ventilation, which removes the room from vapors and odors that are in the air during cooking. A well-laid box with a hood installed above the stove will protect the room from smoke and excessive humidity. It will without fail be connected to an exhaust ventilation duct located on one of the walls of the former kitchen, but in no case to the ventilation grilles in the bathrooms. Otherwise unpleasant odors from time to time, if not constantly, will appear in the kitchen. When connecting the ventilation pipe to the duct, its overlap or narrowing is not allowed.
Installation of the ventilation duct is accompanied by some inconveniences:
to ensure good traction, on long horizontal sections, it will be necessary to install an additional fan and, as a result, a silencer;
to improve visual perception, the pipe is hidden behind the structure false ceiling, which is impracticable even with standard height premises;
for the possibility of laying the box without kinks, holes of significant diameter are punched in the walls.

Carrying out communications to the new location of the kitchen, care should be taken to ensure that free access remains to the valves, connecting nodes and locking fittings.

Also accompanied by a gasket electrical wiring... For the convenience of the hostess, it is necessary to provide backlighting and the required number of sockets in the working area, as well as single lamps and lamps. Coziness and comfort will appear in the kitchen only if it has sufficient lighting, the brightness of which can be adjusted according to the situation and your mood.
The nuances that the owners face when moving the kitchen into the room, there are many more previously listed. Before starting work, you should carefully consider all the difficulties that varying degrees probabilities can be encountered in the redevelopment process. With an irresponsible approach, the repair will stop somewhere in the middle stage, when it will not be possible to move further for various reasons, and it will be too late and pointless to go back.
Unfortunately, there are often situations in which the financial resources spent on moving the kitchen do not justify themselves. Although there are desperate living conditions, when it is extremely difficult for a family to do without redevelopment of an apartment.

The importance of the kitchen can hardly be overestimated: it is often not just a place for preparing food, but also a place where relatives and friends gather. After all, few can boast of a full-fledged dining room in their apartment when it comes to economy-class housing. The size of the kitchens in classic layouts is poor. But what to do if you have a desire to turn your small kitchen into a large and spacious one?

Of course, you have the right to rearrange furniture, order a small kitchen set, remove unnecessary household appliances, thereby freeing up the kitchen space. If the result of the manipulations did not suit you, then there are several options:

move the kitchen to the room;
combine the kitchen with a room or balcony.

Agree, unification is far from always good decision problems, especially in a small apartment.

Is it possible to move the kitchen to the room?

First of all, you need to deal with all the legislative and everyday nuances. Moving a kitchen in a new building is considered a redevelopment. And if you live in apartment building, then your freedom to rebuild and redevelop is seriously limited. It is necessary to reckon with the requirements of a number of legislative acts and not violate the rights of other residents. Therefore, the owner of the apartment must obtain permission for redevelopment from the local authorities. For St. Petersburg, these are district interdepartmental commissions created under the administrations of city districts.

In case of ignoring the law, according to Art. 7.21 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation, you face a fine from one thousand to two thousand five hundred rubles, and you will not be able to dispose of your apartment, for example, to sell it. Moreover, you will be obliged to return the premises former appearance, which will require a lot of costs.

Theoretically, you can move the kitchen even to another room, even to the corridor or utility room. In practice, you will not always be allowed to carry out the transfer.

How to swap the kitchen with the room?

The most popular desire is to move the kitchen to a larger room, such as the living room. Just imagine how comfortable it is to be in a spacious bright kitchen, with a big working area, with all household items at hand and a chic dining table... However, according to the requirements, you can easily carry out the transfer only in the following cases:

If you live on the first floor of a house;
If the apartment is located on the second floor, but the first floor is occupied by non-residential premises (offices, shops, parking);
If the kitchen will be located on the second floor of your multi-level apartment;
If you move the kitchen to a place where the neighbors below are non-residential premises (corridor, pantry).

All of the above points are related to the fact that the kitchen room is non-residential and cannot be located above the living area, which follows from the Housing Code of the Russian Federation, SNiP 31-01-2003 and SaNPiN 2.1.2.2645-10. The above legislative acts contain mandatory requirements for premises, without which it will be impossible to obtain permission for redevelopment. Regulatory acts allow the interests of everyone living in an apartment building to be respected. Agree, your neighbors from below do not need problems in the event of a sewer breakthrough in your kitchen.

So, does your option fall under the indicated cases? Now is the time to prepare for other challenges.

Features of transferring the kitchen to the room

Before changing the kitchen with a room in a new building, weigh the pros and cons. Especially if you admit the possibility of selling a converted apartment. Potential buyer you may not like your realized idea. For example, it will seem to him if the room in place of the kitchen is uncomfortable and too small.

Firstly, you will have to abandon the use of a gas stove and buy an electric one, since gas pipes there is no possibility.

Secondly, the transfer of plumbing and sewerage should be entrusted to a competent specialist. He will help you figure out the installation of additional pipes. It is likely that you will need to raise the floor or lower the ceiling in order to stretch all communications. Besides, sewer pipes require a slope of several degrees. If you fail to provide it, then you are in danger of buying a sewer pump.

Third, don't forget to broach ventilation pipes... With their help, all unpleasant odors will not accumulate in the room. The ventilation will have to be pulled through the entire apartment; it may also be necessary to install fans and punch holes in load-bearing walls(for which you also need to obtain permission).

In other words, even if you manage to agree on a redevelopment plan, the scope of work is quite large and difficulties may arise.

Thus, it is not so easy to move a kitchen to a room in a new building. The owner really has the right to swap the kitchen and the room, if he observes the requirements of the Housing Code of the Russian Federation, construction and sanitary standards... Work can be started only after obtaining permission for redevelopment from local authorities. Otherwise, serious problems will arise, all changes will be recognized as unauthorized, and you will have to bring the premises back to their original form at your own expense, as well as pay a fine. In parallel with this, you need to assess the need for the transfer and your financial capabilities. After all, changing communications will require significant financial investments.