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Our Streamlined Wooden Garage Planning Process

Securing planning permission and adhering to building regulations for garage projects can be a daunting prospect. The intricacies, paperwork, and local guidelines can be overwhelming, frustrating, and can slow down a project when you could be dedicating time elsewhere.

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Expert Assistance for Obtaining Planning Permission

We pride ourselves on being able to overcome the challenges posed by restrictions, and we’ll be glad to help when you want to build a wooden garage for your property. By working closely with English Heritage Buildings on a bespoke design, our team can ensure you meet all regulations.

Learn more about our professional planning service and how we’ll help you obtain planning permission here, before exploring the designs you could achieve with our assistance. Alternatively, contact us to speak to a team member to find out more about our service or to discuss the garage you have in mind for your property.

Custom Wood Garage Designs for Compliance

Compliance with planning regulations is paramount if you want to move forward with your project without any issues. We work closely with property owners and developers on timber garage designs, crafting the high-quality structure you need for your project while also helping you ensure it adheres to local regulations. 

We understand the intricacies of planning compliance, and our collaborative approach ensures that your garage not only meets these requirements but also aligns perfectly with the vision you have for your property. Our promise is to deliver compliant garage spaces without compromising on functionality or aesthetics.

With our expertise, you can have a garage that not only enhances your property but also stands on the right side of the law.

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Our Planning Permission Guide

Our extensive planning permission guide serves as an invaluable resource tailored to property developers. It covers a wide spectrum of topics related to obtaining planning permission, addressing key concerns including:

  • Initiating the Planning Process: Guidance on when and how to start the planning process efficiently.
  • Permitted Development Queries: Clarification on permitted development rules and regulations.
  • Determining the Need for Permission: Insights into whether your project requires planning permission.
  • Our Planning Support: Details on how our team can assist you throughout the planning permission process.
  • Pricing Information: Transparent information regarding associated costs.

Additionally, the guide features our recommended Planning Consultants, experts well-versed in our products, materials, and construction techniques. Their specialised knowledge makes them a great choice when seeking planning advice tailored to your project. Delve into our comprehensive guide to unlock the full potential of your planning project.

Building Regulations Information

Typically, detached timber buildings such as garages are exempt from most building regulations. However, there are some important considerations:

Small Size Exemption: Building regulations typically do not apply to wooden garage designs if the floor area is under 15 square metres and there are no sleeping accommodations.

Moderate Size Exception: Garages sized 15-30 square meters usually don’t need building regulations approval if there’s no sleeping area and they are at least one metre from property boundaries or primarily made from non-combustible materials.

Attached Garages: If you’re building a garage connected to your home, it typically requires building regulations approval, regardless of size.

Conversion Rules: Converting an attached garage into a habitable space usually requires building regulations compliance. Some structures might be exempt based on specific criteria outlined on the Planning Portal.

If building regulations are necessary for your wooden garage, it must meet reasonable construction standards. Rest assured, our team will be there to guide you through these requirements.

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Our Range of Bespoke Wooden Garages

  • A 3 bay oak framed building made up of 2 frames. The frist frame is 2 bays in size with a mullion window and a solid single dor at the front. The second frame is a single bay in size and is open on the right and at the front.

    A 3 bay oak framed building made up of 2 frames. The frist frame is 2 bays in size with a mullion window and a solid single door at the front. The second frame is a single bay i…

    Length

    7.5m

    Depth

    4.1m

    Bays

    3
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  • A 2 bay oak framed building made up of 2 frames. The first frame is a single bay in size with a pair of iroko garage doors at the front and an internal aisle on the left, there is also a solid single door on the right linking the 2 frames. The second frame is also a single bay in size with the front left open while the right wall is made up of oak full height glazing to allow plenty of natural light in and there is also an internal aisle at the rear.

    A 2 bay oak framed building made up of 2 frames. The first frame is a single bay in size with a pair of iroko garage doors at the front and an internal aisle on the left, there …

    Length

    7.7m

    Depth

    6m

    Bays

    2
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  • A 3 bay oak framed garage made up of 2 frames. The first frame is 2 bays in size with the front left open with an internal aisle on both the left and rear. The second frame is a single bay in size also with an internal aisle at the rear as well as a solid single dor and a mullion window at the front.

    A 3 bay oak framed garage made up of 2 frames. The first frame is 2 bays in size with the front left open with an internal aisle on both the left and rear. The second frame is a…

    Length

    9.6m

    Depth

    6m

    Bays

    3
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  • A 3 bay oak framed garage made up of 2 frames. The first frame is a single bay in size with an internal aisle at the rear while at the front is a solid single door and a mullion window. The second frame is 2 bays in size, it has 1 bay open at the front while the other is enclosed with a pair of iroko garage doors, the right wall has an internal aisle.

    A 3 bay oak framed garage made up of 2 frames. The first frame is a single bay in size with an internal aisle at the rear while at the front is a solid single door and a mullion…

    Length

    9.56m

    Depth

    5.9m

    Bays

    3
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  • A 3 bay oak framed building made up of 2 frames. The first frame is 2 bays in size with 2 pairs of iroko garage doors at the front and an internal aisle on the left. The right wall that connects to the other frame has a 4 pane section of full height glazing while the rear has another internal aisle. The second frame is a single bay in size with  the front and right side left open with an internal aisle at the rear.

    A 3 bay oak framed building made up of 2 frames. The first frame is 2 bays in size with 2 pairs of iroko garage doors at the front and an internal aisle on the left. The right w…

    Length

    10.4m

    Depth

    7.5m

    Bays

    3
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  • A 2 bay oak framed building with a pair of iroko garage doors at the front of 1 of the bays in which is a square window, the second bay is open at the front and right side with a square window in the gable end .

    A 2 bay oak framed building with a pair of iroko garage doors at the front of 1 of the bays in which is a square window, the second bay is open at the front and right side with …

    Length

    5.62m

    Depth

    4.7m

    Bays

    2
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  • A 3 bay oak framed garage with a pair of iroko garage doors at the front of the left hand bay while the other 2 bays are set back with a pair of iroko garage doors on the right. There is also an external aisle on the right.

    A 3 bay oak framed garage with a pair of iroko garage doors at the front of the left hand bay while the other 2 bays are set back with a pair of iroko garage doors on the right….

    Length

    9.5m

    Depth

    6m

    Bays

    3
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  • A 3 bay oak framed garage made up of 2 frames. The first frame is 2 bays in size with both bays open at the front and an internal aisle on the left and rear. The second frame is a single bay in size with an internal aisle at the rear with a solid single door and a mullion window at the front.

    A 3 bay oak framed garage made up of 2 frames. The first frame is 2 bays in size with both bays open at the front and an internal aisle on the left and rear. The second frame is…

    Length

    10.3m

    Depth

    5.95m

    Bays

    3
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  • A 3 bay oak frame garage made up of 2 frames. The first frame is 2 bays in size. It has an internal aisle at the front with a 5 pane section of full height glazing on the left to allow plenty of natural light in the room, on the right side there are 2 pairs of iroko garage doors. The second frame is a single bay in size with a gable roof on the left and at the front is asolid single door.

    A 3 bay oak frame garage made up of 2 frames. The first frame is 2 bays in size. It has an internal aisle at the front with a 5 pane section of full height glazing on the left t…

    Length

    9.1m

    Depth

    7.2m

    Bays

    3
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  • A 3 bay oak framed garage with the left hand bay baorded on all sides with a solid single door at the front  while the other 2 bays are open at the front and right side with a brick wall at the rear with two 4 pane windows to allow the natural light into the building.

    A 3 bay oak framed garage with the left hand bay baorded on all sides with a solid single door at the front while the other 2 bays are open at the front and right side with a br…

    Length

    9.14m

    Depth

    6.15m

    Bays

    3
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  • A 4 bay oak framed garage made up of 2 frames. The first frame is 2 bays in size and has a mullion window at the front while on the left is a pair of iroko garage doors, on the right wall connecting the 2 frames there is a solid single door. The second frame is also 2 bays in size open at the front with the right side partially boarded.

    A 4 bay oak framed garage made up of 2 frames. The first frame is 2 bays in size and has a mullion window at the front while on the left is a pair of iroko garage doors, on the …

    Length

    10m

    Depth

    4m

    Bays

    4
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Obtain Permission and See Success

Don’t let planning restrictions hold back your garage project. Contact English Heritage Buildings today for a personalised consultation. Our experts are well-versed in simplifying the often complex process of dealing with planning restrictions, ensuring your project moves forward smoothly.

When looking to take a property to the next level with a bespoke wooden garage, English Heritage Buildings offers a fantastic service. Reach out to us, and we’ll navigate planning restrictions together to create the garage your development deserves.