Chelmsford (Galleywood): 4 m high outbuilding on a private road

The brief

Build a 4 m high outbuilding for storage and workspace on a private road.

PD question answered

Can a 4 m high outbuilding be permitted development?
Potentially yes, if it is at least 2 m from boundaries and meets PD height and location rules.

Constraints

• Height limit depends on distance to boundary
• Maintain clear access on the private road
• Keep use ancillary to the main dwelling

What we did

• Verified boundary offsets to support a 4 m height
• Positioned the outbuilding to maintain access
• Documented compliance for PD certainty

Outcome

A compliant 4 m outbuilding delivered with clear evidence and minimal risk.