Building back yard storage sheds may seem like a simple proposition, but there are still things you should keep in mind to ensure your project is implemented with precision to ensure the highest rate of success. Here are a few common questions and answers that will help your project get off the right start.
Do I need a building permit for a storage shed?
Most people assume that you only need a permit if your storage shed surpasses a certain size. This is far from true, any size shed that will be located on your property requires a building permit. All sheds need to be inspected by a inspector to ensure the structure has been built has according to the local codes. Every city has different regulations that factor in the climate, area, and commonality of strong weather. The last thing they want is your storage shed being blown into the house next door during a local storm. The inspector will also want to make sure your new shed isn't placed on wetlands, placed over a property line, or god forbid, a septic tank. Building a shed without the proper permits can result in fines or you might even be forced to remove it completely.
I have a pretty big space, where should I build my shed?
Regardless of the available space in your location, choosing the right spot for your shed is paramount. Avoid placing a shed in areas that lie low, or areas that have a high rate of water collection. Some materials are stronger than others, but water has a cumulative and corrosive effect that will encourage the growth of mildew on the shed and the items stored inside. Before building your shed, the permit required will have laid out distance suggestions. Stick to them as much as possible while still placing your shed in an easy to access location. A lot of home owners place their sheds in the furthest corner of the property, while this may seem like a good idea for aesthetics; it isn't effective when you need to go back and forth to retrieve your stored items. For properties that are situated on a slope, make sure you place the door on the high side. This will make entry easier as the threshold will be closer to the bottom of the well.
What is the best type of foundation for my storage shed?
The types of South Shore sheds may vary greatly, but there are only two types of foundation to place under a storage shed either permanent or on-grade. This option is chosen by the city inspector when the permit to build your structure has been approved. The inspector will base his choice dependent upon the total size, height and material of the building as well as the surrounding landscape the structure will be built upon.
Do I need a building permit for a storage shed?
Most people assume that you only need a permit if your storage shed surpasses a certain size. This is far from true, any size shed that will be located on your property requires a building permit. All sheds need to be inspected by a inspector to ensure the structure has been built has according to the local codes. Every city has different regulations that factor in the climate, area, and commonality of strong weather. The last thing they want is your storage shed being blown into the house next door during a local storm. The inspector will also want to make sure your new shed isn't placed on wetlands, placed over a property line, or god forbid, a septic tank. Building a shed without the proper permits can result in fines or you might even be forced to remove it completely.
I have a pretty big space, where should I build my shed?
Regardless of the available space in your location, choosing the right spot for your shed is paramount. Avoid placing a shed in areas that lie low, or areas that have a high rate of water collection. Some materials are stronger than others, but water has a cumulative and corrosive effect that will encourage the growth of mildew on the shed and the items stored inside. Before building your shed, the permit required will have laid out distance suggestions. Stick to them as much as possible while still placing your shed in an easy to access location. A lot of home owners place their sheds in the furthest corner of the property, while this may seem like a good idea for aesthetics; it isn't effective when you need to go back and forth to retrieve your stored items. For properties that are situated on a slope, make sure you place the door on the high side. This will make entry easier as the threshold will be closer to the bottom of the well.
What is the best type of foundation for my storage shed?
The types of South Shore sheds may vary greatly, but there are only two types of foundation to place under a storage shed either permanent or on-grade. This option is chosen by the city inspector when the permit to build your structure has been approved. The inspector will base his choice dependent upon the total size, height and material of the building as well as the surrounding landscape the structure will be built upon.