Garden buildings fall under generous permitted development rights, capped at 2.5 metres high within 2 metres of a boundary, incidental use only, and not forward of the house.
- PD check for your garden and any designations
- Design to the height and use limits
- Services, insulation and foundations specified
- Planning application where PD does not apply
Can I work from a garden office under PD? +
Yes; home office use is treated as incidental. Sleeping accommodation or self-contained living is not, and needs permission.
Do garden rooms need building regulations? +
Under 15 square metres and non-sleeping, generally exempt; larger or serviced buildings may not be. We confirm for your design.
