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Building work that is exempt from building regulations

There are a number of classes of new buildings or extensions of existing buildings that do not need Building Regulations approval - subject to certain criteria on size, construction and position relative to boundaries being met.

The following are examples of such buildings and extensions. Please note that they may require planning permission.

  • garden sheds;
  • summer-houses;
  • domestic garages;
  • greenhouses;
  • conservatories;
  • porches;
  • covered way;
  • covered yards;
  • carports.