Tag: Building Control for Outbuildings

Planning Permission Garden Office guide showing a modern garden office behind a UK brick house with planning compliance icons and measurement overlays.

Planning Permission Garden Office Rules Explained (Permitted Development vs Full Planning)

March 4, 2026 No Comments

Planning Permission Garden Office rules can be confusing — especially around permitted development, height limits, boundaries, toilets, and conservation areas. This guide explains when a garden office is likely to be PD, when full planning is needed, and how to check your site properly before you buy a kit or start building.

Photorealistic image of a modern timber-clad UK garden office in a suburban backyard, showcasing professional planning details like insulation and blueprint overlays — ideal for illustrating compliance with Outbuildings Building Regulations.

Outbuildings Building Regulations Explained – What Homeowners Need to Know (UK Guide)

November 14, 2025 No Comments

Thinking of adding a garden room, shed or studio? Learn when outbuildings need Building Regulations approval, which sizes are exempt, and how to keep Building Control happy. This clear UK homeowner guide explains rules, costs, fire and insulation standards, and what paperwork you’ll need to stay compliant and stress-free.