Garden sheds are small buildings that can be used for a variety of things. They are often used to store garden equipment and materials.
They can also be used to create a secluded space for gardening, reading, or relaxing. Garden sheds are usually small and easy to build, which make them a great project for any DIY enthusiast.
The building of a garden shed is an enjoyable experience. It’s fun, but it can be challenging if you’re not sure what to do.
There are many different methods to building a garden shed and knowing which one to use will depend on the type of shed that you want.
Do you need a Planning Permission for garden sheds?
If you are thinking of installing a shed in your garden that will be used for storage then you may not need planning permission. However if the shed is to be used as a ‘dwelling’ or a ‘building’ then you will require planning permission.
The legislation (The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995) states that if your shed is to be used for storage purposes only, then it does not need planning permission.
However if the shed is to be used as a dwelling or building then it needs planning permission. The legislation lays out what constitutes a ‘dwelling’ and ‘building’ and sheds are usually considered to fall into these categories unless they have been specifically designed for storage purposes only.
What if I want to convert my existing garden shed?
If you have an existing garden shed built before 1st July 2008, and you want to change its use, or convert it into something different, such as a holiday home etc., then this is classed as development under the terms of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990.
This means you will require full planning permission from your local authority before starting any work.
What should be the minimum distance between shed and fence?
There is no minimum distance between shed and fence. The minimum distance between shed and fence should be not less than 10 feet (3 m) between the fence and the nearest edge of the shed as per building by-laws in most communities.
What should be the minimum distance between shed and house?
The minimum distance between shed and house depends on the type of foundation used for your house. The lowest allowable distance from a wood frame home to a wood-framed detached shed is 4 feet (1.2 meters).
The lowest allowable distance from a wood frame home to a concrete block or brick veneer detached shed is 6 feet (1.8 meters).
The lowest allowable distance from a wood frame home to an all-concrete or masonry detached shed is 8 feet (2.4 meters).
The reason for these distances is that when you place an attached accessory structure near your house, it decreases your ability to add or change windows in your home in future years.
If you have questions about how far you can position your shed, please consult with local building officials who can explain the specific regulations for your area.
Will building a shed affect my neighbours?
This is a question that we often get asked. The simple answer is no. Unlike some other types of buildings, sheds are not permanent structures and will not affect your neighbours property in any way.
In addition the materials used for sheds are light and easily handled which means there should be no need at all to gain permission from your neighbours before building a shed.
What does an average shed cost?
This is a very difficult question to answer as there are so many factors involved in answering it. The size of the shed, the materials used and the work involved all play a part in the price so we would be unable to give you an overall figure for an average shed.
However as a rough guide you can expect to pay anything from $250 up to $5000 or more for an average sized shed depending on where you decide to purchase it and what materials are used such as wood, metal or plastic.
Prices start $250 for standard 4×4 wooden sheds so you can see how big a variation there is! There are many different designs available including plastic sheds which have become very popular over recent years due to their low cost but also because they look very attractive due to their bright colours and modern design features.
A lot of people choose resin sheds because they are made from recycled waste material which has been transformed into something useful rather than simply being thrown away, however they also come with many practical benefits such as being lightweight, easy to move around if required and they should never need painting as they are made from plastic.
How long does it take to build a shed?
When you are deciding how long you want a shed to last you need to consider what type of materials you want it to be made from.
Wood will last longer than plastic but it will also take longer to build a shed from wood and plastic tends to be cheaper in most cases.
If you need a cheap shed for storing items that do not need much protection then resin sheds would be the best choice but if you are looking for something that will last for many years then wood is probably the best option overall as it is more resilient and hard wearing.
To ask how long does it take to build a shed is quite difficult because everyone works at different rates depending on their skills, their experience and the tools they have available.
It should also be said that many people decide to build a shed themselves rather than hiring someone else to do it for them which means that they can take as much time as they wish.
For this reason we cannot give an accurate answer and we always recommend visiting our website so that you can look at our products before making any decisions about building your own shed as this means that any amount of time spent researching online will ultimately pay off when the job is done!
What are my options when buying a wooden shed?
When deciding what kind of wooden shed you want there are two basic options available: prefabricated garden sheds or custom built garden sheds.
Prefabricated garden sheds come in many different shapes, sizes and prices so many people choose them because they do not require any building work at all with some of the larger models simply requiring assembly before they can be used rather than having any specific design requirements placed upon them by the customer.
Custom built garden sheds tend to be more expensive but they also usually look better because of the extra time spent on them and the fact that you can choose exactly what you want.
For many people this is a bigger consideration than the cost of their new shed and it is important to think carefully about your options before making any final decisions about what type of shed you want.
How much will a wooden shed cost?
This is a very difficult question to answer as there are so many factors involved in answering it.
The size of the shed, the materials used and the work involved all play a part in the price so we would be unable to give you an overall figure for an average shed.