Does my Yardistry Direct Gazebo require Planning Permission for Installation in the UK?
Yardistry Direct Gazebos are classed as moveable objects. However, planning permission rules will vary from district to district in the UK. Rules differ depending on the classification of land you are wanting to build one on. Always be considerate to neighbours when siting your gazebo and have a conversation with your local planning office if you have concerns.
In the vast majority of cases you are allowed to have a gazebo in your garden without seeking permission from local planners. This is because it would fall under something called ‘permitted development’.
If I don’t need Planning Permission, then what is Permitted Development?
Permitted development is a national right for homeowners to make improvements and alterations to their property without needing planning permission. In order to satisfy permitted development, the rules state that the following conditions must be satisfied;
Maximum height
Your gazebo is allowed to have a maximum eaves height of 3 metres if positioned close to the plot boundary (within 2m). Including your roof, you can build up to 4 metres for a gable or 3 metres for all other designs. You can extend back from the original property by up to 3m, for a terraced house – or by up to 4m for a detached house.
Total area
Guidelines restrict you from building on more than 50% of your land around the original house without outbuilding planning permission. This includes any previous home extensions or outbuildings built on the property since 1948, even from previous owners. If more than 50% of your garden land is already inhabited, you will need planning permission before constructing a gazebo. In most cases, you will be asked to remove one of your existing garden buildings before you can install your gazebo.
Location
You must not build your gazebo in front of the principal elevation of the house (what is generally understood as the front of the house). Nor to the side of your house without applying for planning permission. Gazebos should not be closer to the road or public walkway than the original house itself.
Gazebo Use
You are permitted to use a gazebo without planning permission for daily living. You are not allowed to use it for overnight or self-contained living accommodation. Your gazebo must have no plans to be used for sleeping accommodation. You are not permitted to install an antenna on the exterior of your garden building.
Listed Buildings & Associated Land – Planning Permission
If you are looking to install a gazebo in the grounds of a listed building please note you you will need to speak to your local council and will most likely require planning permission. Listed buildings and associated land are subject to tighter rules and restrictions. Pleaase speak to your local council and planning department.
