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Can I build a storage shed/shop/garage in my back yard?

Concord Planning FAQs
One "accessory building" is permitted on each parcel. Minimum side and rear setbacks of 5 feet are required, and it is advisable to separate the accessory building from the primary building by at least 6 feet. If the accessory building is less than 120 square feet, no building permit is required. A building permit is required for an accessory building of 120 square feet or larger. The maximum size for accessory buildings is dependent upon lot size and zoning of the site.
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Can I build a storage arbor/shed/garage in my back yard?

Frequently Asked Questions
Residential accessory structures are permitted within residential zones. Minimum setbacks and maximum height requirements and floor area ratios are dependent on your property's zoning. Call Planning Services to obtain the specific standards for your property. It is advisable to separate the accessory building from the primary building by at least 6-feet.
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How big a shed or garage can I build?

Frequently Asked Questions, City of Farmington Hills, Michig...
There are area limits imposed by the Zoning Ordinance. The area of all accessory uses--the area of your attached garage plus any detached garages and sheds and any other buildings (structures with roofs) on your property-- are added together. The amount permitted is either 750 square feet or 60 percent of the ground floor area of your house (not counting the attached garage) whichever is the larger of the two figures.
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Can I build a shed in my back or side yard?

Mountain Park Ranch - Common Areas - Newsletter
Yes, but it cannot be above the fence line. Metal or other backyard storage sheds detached from the house are allowed when they are no higher than the homes surrounding block wall and limited to 100 sq. feet in area. Such a shed needs no Architectural approval because it can't be seen from the street or neighboring property.
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Can I have a storage shed or garage that is not attached to my house on my property?

FREQUENTLY ASKED ZONING QUESTIONS
Yes, with certain conditions. The Zoning Ordinance defines these types of buildings or structures as accessory structures. In most residentially zoning districts, accessory structures can be located in the rear of your property, can be as close as 3 feet to the rear and side property lines, with a maximum height of 15 feet. The building must be 6 feet away from other structures.
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Do I need a permit for a garage, fence, storage shed, swimming pool, etc?

Springfield Township FAQ
Any new construction or alterations to existing structures require a zoning permit prior to obtaining a building permit from the Summit County Building Department. Call the Zoning Dept. at 794-0134, ext. 4117 for information for requirements in obtaining a zoning permit.
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Where may I place a detached storage shed or a detached garage on my property?

Manhattan, KS - Official Website
Detached accessory buildings are required to be set back: *60 feet from the front property line. *On corner lots accessory buildings shall be set back from the side street a distance not less than that required for the principal structure. * 3 feet from the side property line. * 5 feet from the rear property line. * 10 feet from the rear property line if the rear property line abuts an alley. For additional assistance, please contact the Community Development Dept. at (785)587-2412.
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How close can I build my house to the property line? My carport? Garage? Shed?

City of Saskatoon · Departments · Community Se...
How close you can build your house to the property line depends on the Zoning District (refer to the Zoning Bylaw) and Residential Sideyard Requirements. Also, for garages and sheds, you can refer to the Detached Accessory Buildings handout for more information.
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Where on my property can I install a fence, swimming pool or build a garage/shed?

City of Mishawaka, Indiana - Frequently Asked Questions
Sheds, swimming pools and garages are considered accessory structures and must be constructed in the rear half of the lot, never the front. Privacy fences cannot exceed 7 feet in height, cannot be in the front yard, and if you are on are corner lot, the fence must be 12.5 feet in from the exterior side (street side) property line. No fence over 4 feet in height may be erected in the front yard and shall have a minimum of 75% of its surface open.
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Do I need a permit to build or renovate a house, deck, garage, shed or driveway?

City of Toronto: Access Toronto
Most projects will require a visit to your area Building Permit section - with plans and drawings. A "Fastrack" system is in place for certain smaller or simpler projects. Find out if you are required to get a building permit for your next project - before you start!
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How close to a property line am I allowed to build a house, garage, shed, etc?

Cedar Falls, IA - Official Website
Setback requirements vary depending upon the zoning classification of a property. In order to get specific setback information, call the Planning Services Department at (319) 273-8606. Be prepared to give an address or parcel identification number in order for staff to look up the zoning classification.
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Do I need a building permit to build a shed/garage?

Construction Permitting FAQs
You need a permit if the area of the footprint of the shed or garage is 150 square feet or more; however, even if your structure is less than 150 square feet, you must contact the Zoning Division.
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Who do I need to talk to if I want to have a yard/garage sale?

Frequently Asked Questions
A special event permit is required to conduct a garage sale. A garage sale is limited to three consecutive days and is only allowed three times during the year at the same location, at least 120 calendar days apart. Garage sale signs are limited to the following restrictions: Signs may be installed one day prior to the event. All signs must be removed on the last day of the event. If you have any questions regarding garage sales, please call the Growth Management Department at 561.799-4236.
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Do I need a permit to build a detached storage shed?

City of Springfield, Oregon 97477
Yes, however there is an exception for one-story, detached residential storage buildings up to 200 square feet and less than 10 feet in height. No shed may encroach into side or front yard setbacks or be constructed in any public utility easement. Please call the Oregon Utility Notification Center before you dig.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Building Services - City of Ken...
There is an exception for one-story, detached storage buildings less than 120 square feet, so a permit may not be required. The shed may not encroach into the side yards.
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Must I apply for a permit if I want to build an outbuilding (shed, garage, gazebo, etc.)?

Frequently Asked Questions
A permit is required to build any secondary building, particularly for safety reasons. Once the form is duly completed, you must produce a construction plan (sketch) and a site plan, or even better, provide a copy of your certificate of location if you have the document in your possession. The area and number of outbuildings will vary according to the area of the existing buildings and the land, etc.
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Do I need approval to build a garage extension to my house, shop or office?

Frequently asked questions
Yes, but a car port extension built at ground level, open on at least two sides and under 30m² in floor area, is exempt.
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What Do I build the shed on?

Duramax Shed, storage shed, sheds, garden sheds, storage she...
You need a level flat surface on which you can build the shed. The floor can be a level concrete pad or you can build purchase our ready to go foundation kit and lay a plywood floor on top. (we do not supply the plywood floor with the
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How close to the rear and side yard property lines can I build the garage?

Frequently Asked Questions - The City of North Ridgeville, O...
The garage or outbuilding must be at least 5’ from property lines and 10’ from any other structure on the lot. Refer to: Setback And Lot Requirements For Zoning Districts
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Can you build a garage for us?

Showcase Homes of Maine - Modular Homes and Manufactured Hom...
Yes, we have a few sub-contractors that build all of our garages, steps, decks, etc. for us. Also, since all of the products that go into our homes are name brand products, the can all be purchased locally. In other words, we can match siding colors, shingle colors, windows, etc.
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Attic Express - The Attic Conversion Specialists - Frequentl...
You can build a garage, carport, shed, greenhouse, kennel for domestic pets etc., as long as it does not extend out in front of the building line of the house and does not exceed 4 meters in height, (if it has a tiled or slated pitched roof), or 3 meters (if it has any other roof type). The floor area limitation for exempted development is 25 square meters. The structure may not be lived in, used for commercial purposes or for keeping pigs, poultry, pigeons, ponies or horses. Garages, sheds etc.
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Are the contents covered in my shed/garage?

RIAS - FAQ
Yes, up to £5,000 with the standard contents covered providing the building is locked and is on a permanent foundation.
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Are the contents of my shed and/or garage covered?

House Insurance FAQ (frequently Asked Questions)
Yes, but accidental damage cover is excluded on contents within outbuildings, and theft cover is subject to limits - see policy wordings. Go back to top
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What are the garage and yard sales rules?

FAQ
Residents are allowed four (4) garage and yard sales per year and no more than two (2) sales within a six month period. Contact the Planning Department at (626) 569-2140 for an application and for further information.
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How often can I have a garage/yard sale?

Chino Hills, CA - Official Website
Residents are limited to three garage/yard sales per twelve month period and each sale shall be limited to three consecutive days OR two consecutive weekends of two days each. There shall be no consecutive sale and each sale shall be at least 60 days after the last day of the preceding sale. Such sales may be conducted only between the hours of 8:00am and 6:00pm
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Can I put up a sign for my garage/yard sale?

Chino Hills, CA - Official Website
You may put a sign on your property on the day of the sale. The sign may be posted 24 hours prior to the sale, and must be removed immediately following the sale. The sign may be double-faced, not to exceed six square feet in area and the maximum height shall be five feet. Such sign shall have a maximum height of four feet when placed within the front yard or side yard setback.
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Do they shed?

Neapolitan Mastiff Frequently Asked Questions
They have short hair and actually shed very little. The spring tends to be the worst time. While the new coat is growing the dog may appear lighter colored and spotted. The older hair that has not fallen off will lighten and the new hair will emerge a darker color.
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How close can I build a house to a well? To a storage tank?

Frequently Asked Questions
The Division does not regulate distance between new homes and existing wells or existing tanks. Therefore, we have no minimum distance in this case. However, there are safety and environmental concerns associated with oil and gas wells and there may be occasions when heavy equipment will need to access the well. There is a 100 foot minimum setback requirement from homes for new wells and production equipment.
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Do I need a permit to build a shed?

Châteauguay - Frequently asked questions or concerns
It is no longer necessary to obtain a permit for a shed, green house or gazebo that are accessories to a single-family home. However, municipal bylaws must be respected. For more information, contact the (Permits Department) Service des permis at 450.698.3260. You can also stop by the (Permits Department) Service des permis counter, at 5 D'Youville Boulevard, from 9 a.m. to noon and from 1:15 to 5 p.m., from Monday to Thursday. Please note that the office is closed Friday afternoons.
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