How close to your property line can you build a house shed or fence?

The exact amount a building needs to be set back from the property line will vary from one location to another. However, the required setback on the side is typically between 5 – 10 feet, while the front and back require around 10 – 20 feet at a minimum.

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How many bags of concrete do I need for a 4x8 slab?

Number of bags of concrete for a 4×8 slab at 4 inch thick At 4 inch thick, for a 4×8 slab, you will need either twenty three 60- pounds or eighteen...

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Does putting newspaper down stop weeds?

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Before you begin a project, there are some terms that you should familiarize yourself with.

Property Line

Property lines are simply the legal boundary that separates your land from your neighbors. Property lines could have been determined in a few different ways depending on how your neighborhood was founded. If the area is newer, the developer most likely separated out each plot of land prior to building homes. In older areas, local and state governments likely determined the property lines. Before you build anything on your land, it’s important to learn how to find property lines. This could help you avoid a difficult situation with one of your neighbors.

Setbacks

Setbacks refer to the minimum amount of distance required from a building and other areas on the property. The most common type of setback occurs with the property lines. As mentioned earlier, depending on where you live, there are requirements for how close to the four property lines you can build a structure. These requirements are set by the local or state governments. Setbacks can also be established for how close you can build from a river, sidewalk, highway and floodplain.

No-Build Zone

No-build zones are designated areas of land where no structures can be built. These zones are usually determined by the local government.

Easements

Easements give others the ability to use someone else’s property. These are frequently associated with utility companies, giving them the right to assess or bury cables within your property. Easements like these are frequently written into the deed for the land, but there can also be implied easements, which are not written down. Instead, if two neighbors have been using land in a certain way and a disagreement ever happens, they can use this history as a type of easement.

Right Of Way

Right of way will allow someone else to travel through your property. This can happen if someone needs to use your land to access public land.

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Do you need planning permission to turn a shed into a bedroom?

Planning permission and compliance with Building Regulations are required to enclose your garden building and use it as a bedroom or self-contained...

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Why is the earth wire not needed?

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If any of our lamps, lights or bulb holders do not have an earth connection it will be because the outer surface is predominately made from a non conductive material such as glass, plastic, ceramic or bakelite etc, therefor it is not necessary to earth the unit. If you are using an earthed three core cable with a unit which does not need to be earthed then the earth cable can simply be trimmed back and safely secured using electrical insulation tape. Any light, lamp, bulb holder or fitting with a conductive or metal exterior surface must always be earthed to ensure against risk of electrocution or serious injury. We recommend that any fitting or installation is done by a qualified electrician, do not risk installation yourself if you are at all unsure.

What type of fence is most durable?

The most durable fencing materials include: Vinyl: Vinyl, or PVC, is one of the most popular fencing materials, primarily because of its unmatched...

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How far away from a house does a shed need to be?

If there is any question, review your permit, check with your HOA, or contact your municipality office. How close can a shed be to a house? In one...

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Are Tuff Sheds safe to live in?

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Can I build my own shed?

Yes, with the right plans you can build your dream shed.

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How long does it take to put together a Costco shed?

Most sheds are assembled within 1 day. Please allow 2-3 days for the completion of our shed installation services on 12 foot wide models or larger....

Last updated Apr 24, 2018