Totally random question about Planning Permission!

[tech_guy]

Looking for a quick answer, & can't phone the local county planning dept at the mo as embroiled in a bit of a long standing bit of argybargy (don't ask)....

 

Anyway, would I need pp if I stuck one of these 20' babies in my back garden and used it as a workshop:

 

http://www.containersforsale.co.uk/images/20ftgreen.jpg

[alextreadwell]

I would love one of those on my back garden a bit smaller maybe but it wouldn't fit up my drive lol

[Arcath]

i dont think so, cause its not techically a structure.....

[tech_guy]

I would love one of those on my back garden a bit smaller maybe but it wouldn't fit up my drive lol

 

If we're allowed to have one we'll crane it in as it'll have to go over the garden wall.

 

We've been looking at these nice little 10' jobbies as well:

 

http://www.containersforsale.co.uk/images/10fttackroom.jpg

[Michael]

My understanding is because it would be over 2m high and provisionally a permanent addition to your house I think you would. Presumably you're preparing a robust concrete foundation to place it on?

[tech_guy]

My understanding is because it would be over 2m high and provisionally a permanent addition to your house I think you would. Presumably you're preparing a robust concrete foundation to place it on?

 

It'll stand on a concrete plinth where a shed used to stand.

[Hawkeyez]

I had to get it to install a pre-fab garage. Even though it is still classified as "temporary" building, the height of it determined I had to.

 

However, while investigating this (about 5 years ago now), I also found, that technically, a shed, green house, fence beyond the front of the house (eg front garden) and a sky dish, all need written planning permission!!

 

It was just a standard form from the Council, not payment required etc.

[Andrew_C]

It used to be the case that any "development" above 50m³ required permission with few exceptions. I would expect that if your neighbours complained, you wouldn't be on paticularly stable ground.

 

That said, I dealt with this sort of stuff 25 years ago, and lots may have changed.

[Hawkeyez]

The container would :-)

 

I think for the time it took for mine, 2 weeks or so, its prob worth the effort. Then at least you have some official permission if the locals have issues.

[Haptic]

theres are great for a home office

 

Garden office buildings - The UK's leading home office range - Henley Offices

[tech_guy]

The container would :-)

 

I think for the time it took for mine, 2 weeks or so, its prob worth the effort. Then at least you have some official permission if the locals have issues.

 

 

Don't think there would be any complaints as it would be along the side of the house and the neighbours can't see that bit of it. And I'd soundproof it so they wouldn't be able to hear me banging away....

[tech_guy]

theres are great for a home office

 

Garden office buildings - The UK's leading home office range - Henley Offices

 

Very nice but I can't afford those prices!

[KWestos]

I don't know about planning permission. But what about all the illegal immigrants that will be hiding in it. You may be done for trafficking!!!

[bossman]

@tech_guy:

 

This may help you as every council works from this:

The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995

 

I know from past experience

 

Hope this helps.

[gill1063]

We've got a container to the front of our house. Mind you we are doing a new build and it is used for storage. They are very good to secure items. I would def recommend one if you can get away with it.

We also have one down the field but were asked to paint it green so as it blended in with the surroundings. No body has complaint as yet.

[MatthewL]

Planning permission can vary area to area especially if you live in say an older part where conservation regulations may come into it.

 

If I get chance this week I am in a local council office working if I get over to where planning is I will ask the question and see what they think.

[Ketlane]

I suggest you also check your title deeds (which may be in your possession or may be on the Land Registry site): there may be restrictive covenants on the land as well. Just been looking at one set of deeds and they would prevent you putting in a container to act as a workshop or dwelling(!) but you'd be OK to use it for chickens.....

And if you are in, for example, a Conservation Area, or have listed buildings nearby, things will be different and more restrictive.

As suggested in the thread, a chat with the Council will settle this for you.

[Arthur]

I would love one of those on my back garden a bit smaller maybe but it wouldn't fit up my drive lol

This would fit on a drive.