Adding a garden room to your home requires planning and consideration. There are many benefits of garden rooms and many functions for them, but how will it affect your neighbours? Read on to find out.
Do I Need Planning Permission?
If you are considering a garden room, you may wonder if you need planning permission. The good news is that as long as the construction is less than 2.5 metres tall (if within 2 metres of the boundary), does not cover more than 50% of your garden space and is not used as a bedroom, planning permission is not necessary.
However, it is courtesy to inform the neighbours of your intended garden room.
Communicate
Communication costs nothing and often goes a long way. It is always best to keep the peace with neighbours, after all, you live just metres away! Talk to your neighbours and let them know your intentions. It is a good idea to tell them the size, style and purpose of your garden room and make them aware of brief disruption during installation.
Often, communication can be the difference between neighbourly harmony and bad feeling. So, put the kettle on and invite them over to discuss your plans with a cuppa. They can express concerns and ask questions, and you can reassure them that your garden room will not negatively affect them.
Plan and be Mindful
Planning mindfully goes without saying. Obviously, you donโt plan on building an obstruction that intrudes on your neighbour’s garden, but being mindful of even the smallest differences your garden room could make is important.
Working with a professional garden room supplier, such as Fern Garden Rooms, is key. They will know the best position, garden room type and installation for your needs. Here are the main things to ensure when planning your garden room:
- Keep at least two metres from the boundary
- Keep the room away from overhanging trees, or cut back overgrown trees
- Check where tree and bush roots run
- Assess the positioning of the room to determine if it will cause a shadow for your neighbours
- Try to look at the potential building from the view of your neighbour’s property
- Plan the installation to ensure minimal disruption
- Get feedback from your neighbours before going ahead
Fern Garden Rooms can help with all of the above. Contact us on 01277 244003.