Generally speaking, sheds do not need planning permission. The basic shed for garden furniture, mowers, tools etc. is likely to be of a size that will ensure the shed will not need planning permission. However, there are some additional aspects which you may want to consider:
- If you live in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), National Park, or Conservation area, permission may be required, and size restrictions may apply.
- The shed must not be used for business purposes. If, for example, you used a shed as an office, planning permission may be required.
- It is usually not permitted to store equipment that is used in a business, in a shed, without planning permission.
- Planning permission may be required for a shed in a front garden, if it extends beyond the front or side of a house which faces a road.
- If your property is a listed building, then Listed Building Consent may be required in addition to Planning Permission.
Local Authorities should interpret planning permission legislation consistently, but variations may occur due to localised requirements and circumstances .If you have any doubts, then a call to the local planning office would be worthwhile.
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