Planning Permission Made Easy
Navigating planning permission can be complex, but you don’t have to go it alone. Trust our years of industry experience to guide you through the process. Our Planning Permission Guide is a go-to resource, while our gallery provides design inspiration.
Ready to envision your dream garage? Use our custom builder or speak directly to our experts for tailored advice.
The Complexities of Planning Permission
Applying for planning permission alone can often be challenging. The intricacies of the rules can be confusing and daunting, while wondering what applies in your area and doesnât, or even what applies directly to your build is a nightmare. The stress and hassle can overshadow what should be an exciting new project for your home.
Turn to our seasoned specialists for guidance. We’re well-versed in securing approvals for timber buildings, particularly those that serve multiple functional purposes. Don’t let red tape hold back your dream garage. We provide authoritative advice, essential information, and expert assistance to smooth your path to planning permission.
Our Expert Guide to Planning Permission
Our professionals have put together a full guide on everything you need to know about planning permission. It covers a wide range of concerns that anyone thinking of building a timber garage for their property might have. If you think youâre going to need permission to build a bespoke design for your home, you will want to start here.
Find out more about topics such as when to initiate the planning process, information on when you will actually need planning permission, and what your planning application should include. Youâll also learn more about pricing, timeframes, and how long it will take for your application to be processed and decided upon (whether or not the local council will allow it).
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Our Professional Planning Drawings
When it comes to launching your planning application, we can also offer the practical support you need. Our in-house team of experts is committed to creating meticulous and comprehensive planning drawings that form the foundation of your garage project.
These drawings serve as your communication tool with the local planning authority, providing a clear presentation of your proposal. They are the key to streamlining the planning phase and ensuring your intentions are well-understood.
With our guidance, you can soon have a precise blueprint that aligns seamlessly with regulatory requirements, paving the way for a smoother planning permission process. Weâll simplify the journey for you, so you can have the high-quality, long-lasting design you want for your property.
Use Our Oak Frame Garage Builder
Choose a starting point from the designs below and then build your own bespoke oak garage using our configurator.
One Bay Garage Kits
Our oak frame one bay garages come with a choice of roof ends and either open or closed stores at the sides if required. We also offer three depth options.
Two Bay Oak Framed Garage Kits
Our oak frame two bay garages come with a choice of roof ends and either open or closed stores at the ends if required. We also offer eight depth options.
Three Bay Oak Framed Garage Kits
Our oak frame three bay garages come with a choice of roof ends and either open or closed stores at the ends if required. We also offer eight depth options.
Two Bay Garages with Room Above
Our oak frame two bay garage kits with room above are made from high quality green oak timbers and come with either open or closed end stores, a choice of roof ends and offer two depth options.
Three Bay Garages with Room Above
Our three bay garage kits with room above are made from high quality green oak timbers using traditional jointing techniques. They come with either open or closed end stores, a choice of roof ends and offer two depth options.
Four Bay Garages with Room Above
Our oak frame four bay garage kits with room above are made from high quality green oak timbers and come with either open or closed end stores, a choice of roof ends and offer two depth options.
Our Recommended Planning Consultant
We always advise collaborating with a specialised Planning Consultant before submitting your planning permission application. We can also make a valuable recommendation for one. We’ve maintained a trusted partnership with this Planning Consultant for over a decade and their services have seen the successful construction of a large number of our garage kits, nationwide.
With a combined experience of over 30 years in architectural practices, both the owner and Associate of this Chartered Professional practice possess full qualifications in planning matters and building design. Their extensive familiarity with our timber garage products, as well as the materials and techniques used in their construction, makes them the ideal team to offer comprehensive planning guidance for your project.
Technical Information & FAQs
We have a variety of frame types available. You can find out more here.
- Main span
- Main span with rear aisle
- Aisled Barn
- Main Span with first floor with central post
- Raised plate without central post
- Sling brace
- Lean-To
- Monopitch
- Flat roof
We use a selection of traditional jointing techniques. You can find out more here.
- Scarf Joints
- Mortice & Tenon Joints
- Lap Joints
There is a selection of traditional roof options available for your garage. You can see all the options here.
- Gable roof end Barn Hip roof end
- Full Hip roof end
- Catslides roof end
There are lots of traditional and modern roofing materials available. You can find all the options available here.
- Tiles
- Stone
- Shingle
- Thatch
- Profiled Sheet
- Metal
- Green
There are several options available depending on your circumstances. You can find out more here.
- Shallow Foundations
- Deep Foundations
- Insulated Walls
- Soleplate at FFL
- Dwarf Wall
- Oversite / Floor
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We supply a wide range of oak frames all across the UK.
Moving Ahead With Your Project With Ease
Streamline your plans and move ahead with building a beautiful, durable, elegant solution to vehicle storage thatâs entirely tailored to you. Contact our experts to take advantage of precision craftsmanship, premium-grade, sustainable materials, and an easy installation that you can complete as soon as your kit is delivered â anywhere in the UK.
If your garage design needs planning permission, weâll offer as much advice and assistance as we can to ensure you obtain it without hassle. Get started with specialists at Oak Frames Direct today.
