Planning Permission?

[Lush!]

If it was me i'd read the rules, interpret them as best i could, and go on building without contacting the planning people 

You too huh?   

[sarah t]

might be worth checking if the structure has a different definition and therefore rules if it has perminate electric supply ...seam to remember something from next door building their extention ...

[mariag]

Where I live they removed all permitted development rights when they built the estates. We have to get planning permission for everything

[Pegasus]

I always thought that a shed was classed as a temporary structure - no matter how sturdy it was and, as such, planning permission was not needed - but as people above have said does no hard to make sure.

Diane x

I was just about to say that Diane!!! You are correct, a wooden shed is classed as a temp building so it is ok. Also if you are replacing an existing shed/building with a new one, no PP is required.

I got my info from my brother (a few months ago) who dealt with house extensions, conservatories, sheds etc etc, as I am having a new studio too Julie and amazingly I won't need PP either, even though it's for a 24ft x 10ft concrete building. Even concrete panel buildings are classed as temp buildings and mine is replacing 2 older sheds so I'm ok to go ahead.

I do strongly recommend looking at concrete garages/workshops, my DH has a huge 32ft x 13ft concrete building for his hobby. We insulated and plasterboarded it before painting it. It's fantastic, cool in the summer (it has 3 windows) and keeps warm in winter..............and it's more secure than a wooden shed.................and won't ever rot................and doesn't get damp.........................and can be dismantled................I could go on...................but I won't!!!!

My new studio is just a standard concrete panel garage with extra windows and small door instead of large up and over, you'll be amazed at how little they can cost!!!!

[Helen G]

My council says I need pp for a brick BBQ! Maybe  I should move 

[GoldenGlassGirl]

A lot of people are right even though they have said conflicting things!

The bottom line is that you should check with your local planning office because in some areas (usually new estates) the council have taken away permitted development rights and you can't build anything!

Planning departments are usually very helpful and it is worth making sure that you have the up to date advice for your area. Most sheds won't need planning permission but some will and if you do need permission then my tip would be to make sure that the neighbours are happy.

I used to be a local councillor and on occasion all hell would break loose because someone had put up a shed which did not conform to the rules - and life is too short to fall out with your neighbours for the sake of a phone call to the planning office and a friendly chat with next door to let them know what is going on (assuming there is an impact on the neighbour)

Sandra

[Lush!]

My dad has pointed out tonight that I would actually be replacing a shed, although I did take the old one down a couple of summers ago but I'd use the same base. 

Or ... another idea is to totally replace the existing very shabby garage with a new one and line the inside - any tips on garage suppliers Bev?

[firedinglass]

I had to get permission for mine but i think that was only because i live in' area of outstanding naturalbeauty    'i think if it's normal size and you live in an area without restrictions on building  you're OK. 

[Curlybird]

Here it's OK unless it's near the road, then it needs planning permission 'cos car drivers might crash whilst peering into your shed!!!   

You must be in a flat bit of Malvern, Lush, if you're even considering a shed.   I was in malvern Wells for 9 years and it was too steep for anything!!

Anne

[Lush!]

You must be in a flat bit of Malvern, Lush, if you're even considering a shed.   I was in malvern Wells for 9 years and it was too steep for anything!!

When anybody asks me whereabouts in Malvern do I live, I always say "the flat bit" 

[Pegasus]

Or ... another idea is to totally replace the existing very shabby garage with a new one and line the inside - any tips on garage suppliers Bev?

I know this company is a bit far from you Julie, but it's a good example of value for money IMHO. There are lots of companies offering the same Lidget garages at vastly different prices it's just a case of finding the best price.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Flat-roof-concrete-garages-8ft6in-x-20ft3in-only-1379-/270605592675?cmd=ViewItem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3f0159a863

[Petal]

Hi Julie, I used to work for a Planning Dept and one tip that might be useful is if you contact your Local Council and ask them to appraise your shed/garage ideas to see if they can give you an 'in principal' agreement.  This is, effectively, a planning application without spending any money on applying for planning. 

Hope that helps.

Jules

[Nick]

Hi,

Not many flat bits to put a shed on in Malvern so lucky there, otherwise it would have been a rope and and some climbing kit to secure the shed and it's contents. There is a bit on the worcester council web site about planning and sheds.

Regards

[Moreton]

Hi Julie, recomend what Petal said. We did that and it saved a lot of money and silly mistakes. Strangely enough planning people are there to help and advise not refuse.
Pete

[beadysam]

I know this may be a long shot but I've seen several concrete garages on Freecycle.  You might want to sign up to all your local ones and keep your eyes open - especially if you are willing to help take it down!