Planning to install an outdoor building? Then it's worth knowing whether you need planning permission. We help you get to grips with the rules, so you can start out well prepared.
Planning permission is often required if you:
Want to build in the front garden
Plan to build larger or higher than permitted
Are building near a listed property or within a protected area
Want to place an outdoor building at a holiday home or recreational property
Intend to build on a roof terrace or balcony
If you are unsure, it is always advisable to check with your local authority in advance.
In many cases, an outdoor building can be installed without planning permission. This depends on factors such as:
The location within your garden, usually only in the rear garden area
The height of the structure, often with a maximum of 3 metres
The total surface area in relation to the size of your garden
The distance to the boundary, usually at least 1 metre
Whether the structure is freestanding or attached to the house
Smaller outdoor buildings in rear gardens often fall within permitted development rules. However, exceptions can always apply depending on your property and local regulations.
Good preparation
Although general regulations are set nationally, local authorities may apply their own policies and requirements. That is why it is important to always carry out a planning permission check with your local council before starting your project.
The information on this page is intended as general guidance only. Regulations may vary between local authorities and can change over time. You are responsible for checking the current regulations and obtaining any required planning permissions through your local council or the appropriate planning authority.
Lugarde cannot be held responsible for decisions made based on the information provided on this page.
View a garden house, log cabin, veranda or garage from Lugarde at a dealer near you. Our dealers are happy to provide tailored advice.
