Planning Permission
Find out why the building’s use, position and height matter, and when to speak to your local planning authority. Permission depends on your property and proposal, so check before committing to a design.
Advice
A little planning makes room for more
Whether you have a clear design in mind or are still deciding how to use the space, start with the practical questions. Where will your building go? What will sit beneath it? And what needs checking before work begins?
Our advice pages help you prepare for those conversations, so you can move from an idea to a project with a clearer picture of what is involved.
Advice & answers
Start with your site
Bases and Foundations
Understand what to discuss before choosing or preparing a base. From ground conditions to heavier equipment, the details help us assess what your building needs.
Advice & answers
Know what happens next
Delivery and Installation
Think through the route from the delivery vehicle to your garden, the space around the building and any site preparation. Raise anything unusual while we are discussing your project.
Maintenance and Aftercare
Plan for looking after your building as well as enjoying it. Find guidance on routine checks and how to contact us if you need help.
Advice & answers
Looking for ideas?
Visit our Blog for articles on layouts, garden room uses and things to consider. If you already know what you want to do with your space, our Uses pages are another useful place to start.
Next steps
Talk through your plans
Tell us what you want to use the building for, where it will go and any questions about the site. We can help you identify the next steps for a quotation.