A shed is a great way to organise your workshop or garden tools and to protect them from the outdoor elements. Before you install one at your home in the Perth area, there are things that you have to do to prepare for the process. You might wonder if you need approval from the Perth council before you install your shed. The information below will help you answer that question.
When Do I Need to Get Council Approval?
In general, if the size of your shed is going to be 10 square metres or larger, you will need a permit. Any shed that is smaller than that does not need a permit, but you may still need to get approval based on other criteria. Therefore, you should always check with the council to see if there are specific rules that you need to comply with.
Even for sheds that are smaller than 10 square metres, there are guidelines that you must follow:
- You cannot build the shed in front of your house between the front setback line and your house.
- The shed must be at least 900 mm away from any other boundary or permanent structure on your property.
- It must not be built in such a way that rain water from the roof will be directed to your neighbour’s property.
- The walls of the shed can be no higher than 2.4 metres above ground level.
- The floor of the shed cannot be more than 0.5 metres above ground level.
- Your location cannot be in a conservation precinct.
- The shed must be structurally sound and constructed from quality materials that comply with safety codes.
- It must be securely anchored to the foundation so bad weather will not blow it over.
There are other things to consider. If your residence is under a local covenant, check for additional guidelines.
How Do I Get Approval?
Getting approval is an easy process. Start by contacting the council in Perth and describe the shed that you want to install. They will want the dimensions and the location. They will tell you if approval is required. If it is, they will provide you with the form to complete.
If you are not sure about the details of the shed, call us. Tell us what kind of shed you want, and we can help you figure out the best size and design for it. We can provide you with the details that you need to provide to the council.
Work With the Best Experts in Shed Construction
The Shed Man has many solutions for your storage needs. If you have intentions to install one, call us for a consultation and a quote. We have been building sheds for West Australian homeowners for 30 years, and we have dealt with local councils to make sure that the structure complies 100% with local, state and national regulations. If approval is needed, we can provide advice in the process based on our extensive experience. We can help you get your perfect shed from start to finish.