Building a concrete shed - Questions

[DalePiggott]

Hello,

I currently have a wooden shed in the corner of my garden which sits atop a concrete base. Everything was installed when I purchased the property however the shed is rotting and the floor has already gone in a couple of places so I decided to build a concrete shed using Dense blocks. However I do have some questions.

1. I am certain I don't need planning permission but is there anything else I need to be aware of? (I know height restrictions etc).

2. While there is a concrete base already laid down do I need to worry about damp proof membrane? I don't plan on insulating the rest of the shed or roof.

3. Do I need to make a separate footing for the walls or can they be placed directly onto the base.

Thanks in advance.

Dale.

 

[freddiemercurystwin]

How thick is the base? What is the base sat on? How water/damp proof does it need to be? How big will it be?

 

[DalePiggott]

How thick is the base? What is the base sat on? How water/damp proof does it need to be? How big will it be?

Sorry for the delay in replying. To the best of my knowledge the base is currently 4-5 inches thick. The base is sat on hardcore. which in turn is on top of clay soil. I wouldn't say it needs to be awfully water proof. I plan to make the shed 8' by 6' same as the original.

Cheers.