Planning & Feasibility Guide
Navigating Garden Development in Ireland: The Essential Guide
An impartial guide to understanding exemptions, access requirements, and maximizing your site’s potential with full confidence.
Are Garden Rooms Planning Exempt?
A Definitive Answer: Yes, In Most Cases.
Rear Garden Location: The unit must be placed strictly behind the rear wall of the existing main house.
Floor Area Thresholds: Exemptions apply up to 25m² of total cumulative rear extension/structure space without planning.
Private Open Space: At least 25m² of remaining private garden area must be preserved behind the dwelling.
Height & Boundary Rules: Specific max height limits apply depending on roof profile (pitched vs flat) and boundary line distance.
Property Yield coordinates directly with planning experts to ensure all designs and site layouts comply with current Irish Planning Regulations and Building Standards.
Site & Access Suitability Checklist
What makes a garden suitable for modular development?
01. Garden Dimensions
Adequate depth and width to comfortably accommodate your chosen unit size (30m², 40m², or 45m²) while preserving required outdoor space.
02. Side Passage Access
A minimum side passage width (typically ~900mm - 1000mm) allows our modular precision panels to be safely manually carried directly into your rear garden.
03. Mains Utility Services
Clear pathways to connect water, waste drainage, and ESB electrical feeds from the primary property to the new garden structure.
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