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[Viral_Jim]

Finally, the day for leaving the burger van has arrived (Thursday  ), so the next thing is what we do with the place once we have it.

We've got pretty big plans for the house itself, which will involve converting the attached garages, meaning I need a place for tools and toys  , so a double garage in the back/side garden is the chosen option.

Given that we will be stretched financially on the project, the idea of shelling out £17-25k (online estimates) for a brick/block garage isn't that appealing so I am thinking of building a timber one. My initial idea is to build something around 25sqm which, if correctly positioned and of a low enough height won't require building regs or planning permission. Instinctively I think there should be at least a £10k saving to be made.

I'll get some professionals to drop a concrete base and use pre-made roof trusses. For the walls I am thinking of making wall panels up using 4 x 2" with an OSB inner skin, rockwool insulation, vapour barrier and shiplap on the outside. I was wondering if anyone else had gone down this or similar route and had any experiences or pics to share?

Alternatively, as always, feel free to mock the idea 

[TD]

Finally, the day for leaving the burger van has arrived (Thursday  ), so the next thing is what we do with the place once we have it.

We've got pretty big plans for the house itself, which will involve converting the attached garages, meaning I need a place for tools and toys  , so a double garage in the back/side garden is the chosen option.

Given that we will be stretched financially on the project, the idea of shelling out £17-25k (online estimates) for a brick/block garage isn't that appealing so I am thinking of building a timber one. My initial idea is to build something around 25sqm which, if correctly positioned and of a low enough height won't require building regs or planning permission. Instinctively I think there should be at least a £10k saving to be made.

I'll get some professionals to drop a concrete base and use pre-made roof trusses. For the walls I am thinking of making wall panels up using 4 x 2" with an OSB inner skin, rockwool insulation, vapour barrier and shiplap on the outside. I was wondering if anyone else had gone down this or similar route and had any experiences or pics to share?

Alternatively, as always, feel free to mock the idea 

Im fairly certain that as your building it out of wood, you don't need planning permission, as its classed as a temporary structure. Double check this tho, and if correct, build it as big as you like 

[Field Marshal Dr. Opti]

Oak?

[Sir Tigger KC]

Have you thought about building your garage with pallets Jimmy?

They are cheap, readily available and there are lots of ideas and plans available online. 

[STEMO]

Spend a bit more and lose the shiplap. It looks cheap and, for a bit more, you could make it look so much nicer. T&G makes it more like a permanent structure, not a glorified garden shed.

[dave the builder]

I've built several outbuildings
wood needs treating and rots
my choice of material ....
 strong,insulated ,fire resistant, maintenance free ,easy to erect,
this clicky
I have a 5x2.5x2.5 m workshop, 5x 2.2 x 2.2m  fish house (indoor koi pond heated 24/7/365) still classed as temporary structures, like a conservatory .
cheaper than wood if you factor in speed of construction,if you want it to look like a wooden shed,clad over it with timber,when you get round to it 
just an idea 

planning portal will say what you can have ,though a virgin site ,location etc your best to speak to local council.

[scimmy_man]

Finally, the day for leaving the burger van has arrived (Thursday  ), so the next thing is what we do with the place once we have it.

We've got pretty big plans for the house itself, which will involve converting the attached garages, meaning I need a place for tools and toys  , so a double garage in the back/side garden is the chosen option.

Given that we will be stretched financially on the project, the idea of shelling out £17-25k (online estimates) for a brick/block garage isn't that appealing so I am thinking of building a timber one. My initial idea is to build something around 25sqm which, if correctly positioned and of a low enough height won't require building regs or planning permission. Instinctively I think there should be at least a £10k saving to be made.

I'll get some professionals to drop a concrete base and use pre-made roof trusses. For the walls I am thinking of making wall panels up using 4 x 2" with an OSB inner skin, rockwool insulation, vapour barrier and shiplap on the outside. I was wondering if anyone else had gone down this or similar route and had any experiences or pics to share?

Alternatively, as always, feel free to mock the idea 

Im fairly certain that as your building it out of wood, you don't need planning permission, as its classed as a temporary structure. Double check this tho, and if correct, build it as big as you like 

a temporary building means it not there over 28 days,
you can build to 30m2 floor area if away from boundary and be exempt B Regs

[dave the builder]

https://ecab.planningportal.co.uk/uploads/miniguides/outbuildings/outbuildings.pdf

[Doctor Gollum]

See Twiglet's garage project

[shyboy]

Don't overlook the fact that 'snob' value may affect ease of selling in the future, unless you go to pains to make it look really classy.
Is part DIY brick consruction out of the question? I built a large extension to my brick garage using a friend to do the brickwork and doing the rest myself. Took some time, mind you, but very satisfying.

[Viral_Jim]

https://ecab.planningportal.co.uk/uploads/miniguides/outbuildings/outbuildings.pdf

Thanks for the link! I think I can get away with no planning or regs for what I want, my main concern is making a proper job of it. I like the panels, SWMBO may not 

Spend a bit more and lose the shiplap. It looks cheap and, for a bit more, you could make it look so much nicer. T&G makes it more like a permanent structure, not a glorified garden shed.

Good point, and (wierdly) due to the way our staff discount works, T&G is cheaper 
First estimate at material costs so far:
Timber frame £175
T&G Cladding £310
2 Sets of doors £305
Personnel door £30
OSB £200
Insulation £70
Roof covering: "slates", felt and battens (27 sqm) £420
Guttering and downpipes £75
Roof Trusses £625
VAT £430

Base £1250
6mm armoured cable for electric feed and DIY drainage £250

Total £4,150. Call it £5,000 with some equipment hire, something to finish the timber with, oh and all the stuff I forgot. Seems worth doing...

[Viral_Jim]

See Twiglet's garage project

Thanks, I'll have a search...

Don't overlook the fact that 'snob' value may affect ease of selling in the future, unless you go to pains to make it look really classy.
Is part DIY brick consruction out of the question? I built a large extension to my brick garage using a friend to do the brickwork and doing the rest myself. Took some time, mind you, but very satisfying.

I'll be aiming for something that looks like this, but painted rather than stained...
https://images.app.goo.gl/Q5X2HSZ2V3MHH7Mj8

[STEMO]

See Twiglet's garage project

Thanks, I'll have a search...

Don't overlook the fact that 'snob' value may affect ease of selling in the future, unless you go to pains to make it look really classy.
Is part DIY brick consruction out of the question? I built a large extension to my brick garage using a friend to do the brickwork and doing the rest myself. Took some time, mind you, but very satisfying.

I'll be aiming for something that looks like this, but painted rather than stained...
https://images.app.goo.gl/Q5X2HSZ2V3MHH7Mj8

Just look at the difference in that compared to shiplap. No contest.

[STEMO]

That's as big as some people's houses, btw. 

[STEMO]

Will your four post ramp fit in there? And don't forget to show the people who are doing the base where your pit is going.