Garden Room Bliss: When You Do and Don't Need Planning Permission

Thinking about adding a garden room to your property? That's awesome! Garden rooms are a great way to expand your living space and create a cozy retreat in your backyard. But, before you start shopping for garden room designs and layouts, you should know whether or not you need planning permission.

Here's the deal: if you want to build a garden room that's less than 2.5 meters high and sits more than 2 meters from your property line, you're in the clear! You don't need planning permission for that bad boy. You can build it and enjoy it to your heart's content.

But, if you want to build something bigger, like a two-story garden room or a garden room that's closer to your neighbor's property, you might need planning permission. Basically, if your garden room is going to be more than 2.5 meters high or closer than 2 meters from your property line, you should check with your local council to see what the rules are in your area.

Now, don't freak out if you do need planning permission. It's not as scary as it sounds! You'll just need to fill out some paperwork and submit your plans to your local council for approval. They'll review your plans and let you know if they have any concerns or if you need to make any changes. It's all part of the process, and it's there to make sure that your garden room is safe and doesn't cause any problems for you or your neighbors.

So, there you have it! Now you know when you do and don't need planning permission for a garden room. And, if you're ready to start building your dream garden room, be sure to check out the awesome garden room designs and layouts available from our company. We specialize in creating beautiful, bespoke hand-built garden rooms that are tailored to your needs and style. We'll work with you every step of the way to make sure that your garden room is exactly what you want and meets all the rules and regulations in your area. Let's do this!