One of my longtime dreams as a writer, and as a female is to renovate an old barn (that came along with the farmhouse I purchased) to create a chic shed for writing.
Guys, she sheds are a thing people, my marketing hero Ann Handley has one!
Of course whenever one of these dream projects come up, I begin researching and planning.
So all of you that may also want to build a shed in your yard; know they are the perfect alternative to your significant others man cave (or if you just want to store gardening tools and furniture safely and securely.)
A shed can also be the perfect place to escape to if you want to get away from the chaos of what is happening in the house, no work needs to be associated.
If you are thinking of creating a shed in your yard you may be wondering what size of shed you are allowed to build.
Below are considerations that you need to take into account before you start to create your perfect shed.
How large is a very large shed?
We have already mentioned that unless you are looking to build a very large shed you will probably not need permission; the question is how large is very large?
Most of the time, if your shed is going to measure less than 33 square feet and is going to be less than 7.8 feet in height you will not need to permission to build it; but it’s worth remembering that rules and regulations can vary, depending on where you live.
Before you start to create your shed it’s worth taking time to check out the restrictions in your area. You do not want to be faced with a situation where you are forced to demolish the shed in the future simply because you have not done your research.
What other issues should you consider?
Restrictions on the size of your shed are not the only things you need to think about before you start your project. You also need to think about any problems you are likely to face.
If you do not do your research, and find out about any potential obstacles, you could end up finding that your project is delayed and your budget is stretched.
You can only see obstructions that are in front of you so it’s a good idea to hire a professional to carry out a detail survey so that you have detailed information about the land and structures where you are looking to create your she shed.
Having this information helps you to plan accordingly and stick to your timescales and budget.
In all likelihood you will not need planning permission to build a shed in your yard, but you should always check local regulations just in case.
Before you start your project you should also make sure you have all the information you need about your yard. You need to be prepared for any obstacles you may have to overcome.
Planning effectively, and making sure you have all the details you need, makes it a lot easier for you to complete the project and have the shed that you are aiming for.
