Do you need planning permission to erect a polytunnel?

Do you need planning permission to erect a polytunnel?

Polytunnels generally do not require planning permission so long as they meet the following criteria: The site you wish to place your polytunnel should not have a listed building, or be an area of Natural Outstanding Beauty. The polytunnel should take up less than 50% of the garden surrounding the house.

Can I erect a polytunnel on agricultural land?

For farmers wanting to build a Sheep House Polytunnel for use as an agricultural building on a farm, the good news is that planning permission is not required for farming operations. Planning permission is also not required if there are permitted development rights on the farm.

Are Polytunnels expensive?

Any good polytunnel is far less expensive than a greenhoouse of the same size. This is either leaves you with more money in your pocket, or you may choose to get a bigger polytunnel or additional extras like irrigation systems and raised beds.

What size polytunnel can I have without planning permission?

If your polytunnel is taller than 3meters then you must apply for planning permission, irrespective of whether your polytunnel will be used for domestic or commercial use.

Should farmers be allowed to use Polytunnels?

Polytunnels allow the fruit farmer to: Guarantee quality in a market that demands very high standards. Guarantee competitive prices in a market beset with price increases. The introduction of the polytunnel has reduced wastage, increased yields and enabled labour costs to be kept under control.

Is a polytunnel worth it?

Polytunnels are wonderful structures and good value compared to greenhouses. Once erected they will be there for several years, so check out my tips before buying.

Do Polytunnels need to be level?

Ideally, the area of land you select to site your new polytunnel on should be flat and level. Therefore it is important you clear any unwanted rocks or debris before erecting your polytunnel. If constructing on a slight slope build your polytunnel vertical, not perpendicular to the slope.

What is the best position for a polytunnel?

It is important to position the polytunnel so that it is exposed to the sunlight for as long as possible during the day. The absolute best position is to have the polytunnel running east to west, although in particularly hot summers this could lead to the plants getting too hot in the midday sun.

Can you live in Polytunnels?

First of all, let’s take a look at why a polytunnel could be a good choice to expand your living space: Polytunnels are amongst the most affordable garden structures – far more affordable than most summerhouses or garden buildings. You can use a polytunnel to grow food as well as using it in other ways.