After building over 1,000 garden rooms across South East London, Kent, Surrey, and Sussex since 2004, we know the question everyone asks first: how much does a garden room cost? The honest answer is that it depends on size, specification, and how much your supplier includes in their quoted price. This guide gives you the…
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Yes, you can build a garden room in a conservation area. In most cases, a garden room placed in your rear garden will still fall under permitted development, even on conservation area land. But there are extra restrictions you need to know about, and in some cases you will need planning permission. Here is what…
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You can build a garden room right up to your boundary fence, provided the total height does not exceed 2.5 metres. If you want a taller building, you must keep it at least 2 metres from the boundary. That is the short answer. The longer answer involves building regulations, fire safety, the Party Wall Act,…
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Most garden rooms do not need building regulations approval. If your garden room is under 30 square metres, single storey, and will not be used as a bedroom, it is very likely exempt. But there are important conditions around size, proximity to your boundary, electrical work, and plumbing that you need to understand before you…
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There is no single maximum floor area for a garden room under permitted development. The size of garden room you can build without planning permission depends on three things: how much of your garden you have already built on (the 50% rule), the height of the building, and whether your property sits on designated land.…
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Most garden rooms in the UK do not need planning permission. Under permitted development rights, you can build a garden room in your back garden without applying to your local council, as long as you follow a clear set of rules on size, height, position, and use. These rules come from the Town and Country…
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The short answer: probably not One of the most common questions we hear from homeowners is whether they need planning permission before building a garden room. The good news is that most garden rooms fall within permitted development rights, meaning you won’t need to submit a planning application at all. We’ve installed over 1,000 garden…
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Garden offices have become increasingly popular as more people work remotely or operate businesses from home. These spaces offer a quieter and more focused environment, away from the hustle of the main house. Yet, one key question arises for those considering this option: are garden offices tax deductible? In the UK, a garden office may…
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A garden room can be a wonderful addition to any home, providing extra space for leisure, work, or hobbies. To keep it comfortable throughout the year, proper insulation is key, as it helps maintain a stable temperature and improves energy efficiency. By reducing heat transfer, quality insulation ensures that the garden room remains warm in…
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Choosing the right size of armoured cable for a garden room is essential for safety and performance. For most standard installations, a 6mm or 10mm armoured cable is usually sufficient, especially if the garden room will support basic electrical needs like lighting, sockets, and small appliances. This ensures that the electrical system can handle the…
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