Does the garden office require planning permission?

 

Generally you do NOT need planning permission for a garden office / pod.  Despite having a long shelf life, garden offices are not considered to be permanent fixtures (ie they do not have their own foundations).  Being sectional and below 3m in height, the garden office falls within the acceptable planning guidelines.

           

We will contact your local authority to establish if: 

 

You are in a conservation area or your home is a listed building

 

You plan to locate your garden office within 5 metres of your home

 

Your garden office will take up more than 50% of your garden.

 

Your garden office will be located between the home and the highway.

 

A submission of architectural plans must be served (together with fees) should your garden office require planning permission (or building regulations approval) After a statutory period (usually 8 weeks) all the necessary legalities will be in place to proceed with the build your garden office.  We offer a complete planning service. We will discuss this with you at our meeting.

 

Where in my garden may I site a garden office?

 

This will be determined during our visit.  Generally we aim to keep the garden office as close to services and amenities as possible so that if in the future you require an additional service - like a shower or a w/c, then minimal work is required.  There are restrictions on the exact placement of garden offices as laid out in the building regulations, the most important of which are listed above.

 

How well is the garden office insulated?

 

We use the best and most up to date insulation systems around. The garden office is significantly better insulated than most average homes.

 

What type of foundations are required?

 

You need to give us a flat level surface to work from. The garden office stands rigidly on concrete plates, all of which are included in the price. Larger garden offices (above 15m2) may require 15-20cm of a foundation slab depending on locality or soil conditions. We will assess and implement the most adequate sub-structure within the design and price of your garden office.  We will try to avoid at all costs any undue ground disturbance.

 

How soon can I have one?

 

We note that each customer’s requirement is quite exclusive. Preferences with finishes, utilities, landscaping mean that every garden office is unique in character and design. Your garden office should be complete within 5-10 working days after the materials and pannels are on site.

 

What does the process involve?

 

We will come to meet you and assess your garden.  We will offer the details you require to make an informed judgement. Once agreed on a general layout and placement - we will, within a few days, come back with drawings and plans of the proposed garden office.  Any alterations or amendments will be implemented and the final construction drawings will be produced.  Specialist panels will be brought on site (normaly by crane) and slotted on the pre assembled base.  It is crucial to note at this stage the structure cannot be altered.  Your garden office should then be ready to use within 5-10 working days.

 

How much does it cost?

 

This will vary on specification and size.  Our range starts from £10,000, which includes all design, consultation, materials and labour costs.  Planning applications where required will attract an additional fee both from us and from your local authority.

possible uses of garden studios / pods

 

garden studio
office

classrooms
anexes
extensions
boutique hotel pods
camping site rooms
garages
art rooms
swimming pool buildings
play rooms

gyms

+ much, much more...

call 0845 094 3633 or e-mail us if you require further clarification.