Do You Need Garden Planning Permission For A Garden Shed?
Anytime you are building any permanent structure you need permission from the local authorities. If you are planning a garden structure, you will need to check about garden planning permission. In most communities permission for small structures is granted in the local building codes and you do not even need a building permit for a normal sized garden shed.
In many communities you are allowed to build small structures such as dog houses and garden sheds without obtaining a permit. There is normally a maximum size allowed for the structure which is generally under 100 feet. In addition, there may be building height and setback restrictions that need to be met.
When you live in certain subdivisions other restrictions may have been imposed by the covenants, conditions and restrictions of that subdivision. These covenants may limit one’s ability to build a garden shed. There should have been a copy of the covenants in your home purchase packet.
When planning your garden shed you will need plans. Experienced homeowners may be able to draw their own building plans; however, plans for a garden shed are often inexpensive. The plans not only give the placement of the walls but instruct the builder on the length of each board. Additionally, there are kits available for garden sheds that have all lumber pre-cut to the correct length.
If you need to apply for a building permit for your shed, it is important that you have building plans. It is easier to get the stamp of approval from planners when the see what you are wanting to do and that you have planned well for the building.
You should always check to see if you need permission to build any structure. Time and money spent on a garden shed that needed approval before building may be wasted and the building may have to be torn down. A phone call can save a large amount of work.
Want to know if you need garden planning permission? Or if you can do without it? At the Clearance Paving website, you can understand more about garden planning permission
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