Questions and answers

What size shed needs council approval NZ?

What size shed needs council approval NZ?

Buildings bigger than 30 square metres If your new garden shed or sleepout is more than 30 square metres in floor area then you will most likely need a consent.

What is the best small garden shed to buy?

Best small sheds: 6 compact storage options your garden

  1. Forest Garden Shiplap Apex Garden Store. Best small garden shed.
  2. Perugia Wooden Tool Shed. The best tool shed.
  3. Rowlinson Shiplap Mini Store.
  4. Garden Trading Aldsworth Wooden Garden Storage Box.
  5. Keter Plastic Garden Storage Box.
  6. Aldsworth welly store.

Do you need consent for a shed NZ?

Single-storey detached buildings include sleepouts, sheds, greenhouses and other similar structures can be built without a building consent. Any plumbing work to a new or current building still requires a building consent, and any electrical work will still have to be carried out by a registered electrician.

Are wooden sheds any good?

Good quality wooden sheds are often more expensive than plastic or metal shed kits of a comparable size. Whilst wood is a versatile material, it is also very vulnerable. Harsh weather, water, insects and rodents can wreak havoc on wooden sheds causing them to rot and deteriorate quickly.

How close can a shed be to a fence NZ?

Your shed, garage or sleepout must be at least its own height from any legal boundary and from any residential building on the property. For example, if your shed is 2.4 metres high, it must be built more than 2.4 metres from each legal boundary and from your house.

How close can I put a shed to my Neighbours fence?

In some areas, you are allowed to build as close as four feet away from your property line. In other places, your LPA may ask you to keep your shed 10-15 feet away from your fence. But generally, you need to maintain at least 5 feet between the further edge of your shed and the fence.

What type of shed lasts the longest?

Vinyl sheds tend to be more durable. Vinyl sheds do not crack easily and are more weather resistant. They can usually withstand extreme temperatures better than other plastic sheds.

How close to my Neighbours fence can I put a shed?

Any shed must be built at least 2.5m away from the main house. It’s advisable to be able to walk round all four sides, or however many you choose. Don’t use a shed side as a replacement fence side. Your current neighbour may have no problem with it, a future neighbour may well do.

How long will a wooden shed last?

Preservative chemicals help timber pieces survive the harsh realities of life outdoors and ultimately extends the average life expectancy of a timber shed from one or two years to one or two decades.

Where can I get a shed in New Zealand?

WE SPECIALIZE IN THE SUPPLY OF STANDARD AND CUSTOM MADE GARDEN SHEDS, WOODEN SHEDS, CARPORTS, SHELTERS AND PATIO COVERS THROUGHOUT NEW ZEALAND. WE CAN ALSO PROVIDE AN ONSITE ASSEMBLY SERVICE FOR YOUR KITSET GARDEN SHED NZ WIDE.

Where are wooden sheds made in the UK?

Built in the rural town of Oxford, Canterbury, sheds are made for clients across the country. Made the rural way, we build sheds to last! Owning a wooden shed is so easy, simply give us a call or email us to discuss your shed today!

Which is the best wood shed to buy?

We also have a wide range of wooden sheds including the attractive and durable Pinehaven and Cedar timber sheds and studios as well as the new Cedar Rustic wooden sheds. The Keter Resin sheds have just been launched and make a great storage shed or workspace!

Who are the best builders in New Zealand?

All our sheds are easy to put together and we have a network of builders throughout New Zealand who know the ins and outs of our sheds. With our focus being to provide quality sheds to Kiwis. We have teamed up with well known brands like Colorsteel and Dominator.