Thinking about adding a new garden shed, summerhouse or garden building to your property? One of the most common questions we get at Dodds is:

“Do I need planning permission for a shed?”

The good news is that in most cases, standard garden sheds and summerhouses do not normally require planning permission, as they are usually covered under permitted development rules.

At Dodds Fencing & Sheds, we supply and install quality timber sheds, summerhouses and garden buildings across Middlesbrough, Stockton, Redcar, Hartlepool, Darlington and surrounding Teesside areas.

Most Garden Sheds Do Not Need Planning Permission

For many homeowners, a standard shed or summerhouse can be installed without applying for planning permission, provided certain limits and conditions are met.

Typical garden buildings covered under permitted development include:

• Garden sheds
• Summerhouses
• Workshops
• Greenhouses
• Home storage buildings
• Playhouses

Most standard sheds supplied by Dodds are designed for normal residential garden use and will usually fall within these guidelines.

Common Shed Planning Rules

Although every property is different, the main rules generally include:

Shed Height Rules

• Maximum overall height of 4m for a dual-pitched apex roof
• Maximum overall height of 3m for other roof types such as pent sheds
• Maximum height of 2.5m if the building is within 2m of a boundary

Location Rules

Garden buildings are not normally permitted in front of the main front wall of the house without planning permission.

Usage Rules

The building must be for purposes incidental to the enjoyment of the home, such as storage, hobbies, gardening or leisure use.

Garden buildings should not normally be used as permanent living accommodation.

Coverage Limits

Outbuildings and extensions together should not cover more than 50% of the land surrounding the original house.

When You May Need to Check Further

Some properties may have additional restrictions, including:

• Listed buildings
• Conservation areas
• National parks
• Flats or maisonettes
• New build developments with planning restrictions
• Large garden rooms or commercial use

If you are unsure, it is always best to check with your local authority before ordering.

Quality Garden Buildings Across Teesside

Dodds Fencing & Sheds has been supplying timber garden buildings since 1963.

We manufacture and supply a wide range of:

• Log lap sheds
• Apex sheds
• Pent sheds
• Summerhouses
• Heavy duty workshops
• Custom size garden buildings

Unlike many cheaper imported buildings, our sheds are built using proper timber throughout with solid timber framing and cladding.

We proudly avoid the use of low-grade OSB sheet materials often found in budget buildings.

Delivered & Installed by Experienced Teams

We regularly deliver and install sheds across:

• Middlesbrough
• Stockton-on-Tees
• Hartlepool
• Redcar
• Darlington
• Yarm
• Guisborough
• Teesside and surrounding areas

Our experienced installation teams can advise on suitable access and base requirements before fitting.

Official Planning Guidance

Please note: Planning rules can vary depending on your property, location and intended use. Customers are responsible for checking requirements for their own property if unsure.

For the latest official government guidance, please visit the Planning Portal:

https://www.planningportal.co.uk/permission/common-projects/outbuildings/planning-permission

This information is intended as general guidance only and does not constitute planning or legal advice.

Looking for a New Shed or Summerhouse?

Whether you need a compact storage shed or a large garden building, Dodds Fencing & Sheds can help.

Browse our range online or contact our team today.

📞 01642 674827
🌐 www.doddsfencingandsheds.com