Browse Forums General Discussion 1 May 16, 2016 3:05 pm Hello Ladies and Gentlemen. Im not sure if this is the best place for this, however its a general question so here goes Recently purchased a 478sqm block In byford, WA (Serpentine Jarrahdale Shire), chose my house/modified it in such a way that I could drive through to the back yard, with the intention of building a shed for my cars, little did i know, or was i informed that i infact am not allowed to build on all of my land at all (how silly is this?!) - infact, I am only allowed to build on 50% of my land and my house already takes up most of that. So, my understanding is, land size 478sqm - Open space needs to be 50% so usable space is 239SQM. House is 191SQM so that leaves only 48SQM for a workshop (8m x 6m) - id like to say this is fine, but its simply not. I have 9m x 15m of open space behind my house Why can't I use it! what can i do to use more of it?! Id like to build a 8x8 workshop as id like to install a hoist with reasonable clearances at front and back, has anyone been succesful in utilizing more space on their land? I really only want an extra 16sqm for a shed! Also, I know houses require a certain setback from property boundry, does the same go for workshops? Obviously if this is the case ill have to deal with a smaller workshop or adjust the size accordingly. I have googled quite a bit and its a little confusing, does these change from shire to shire or is it one set guideline, if anyone can provide me with correct reading material Id be happy to do the investgations myself. Thanks, Brendan. Re: Land zoning - open space/Workshop 2May 17, 2016 2:21 pm I believe you may be able to apply for council approval to extend your building envelope. My understanding is sheds need to be 3.5 meters away from the the fence line. I may be wrong though this may apply only to rural due to firebreaks etc. Best bet is to call SJ Council they will give you a quick answer. Re: Land zoning - open space/Workshop 3May 18, 2016 4:52 pm Welcome to the wonderful world of town planning. Your due diligence at purchase should have made you aware of this. If you can get a relaxation as suggested above, great, but I'd be surprised if you did. Only solution then is to build double story - if the town plan allows it, that is! Re: Land zoning - open space/Workshop 4May 19, 2016 7:46 am I understand your frustration, but I'd also be surprised if it was allowed, and if I was your neighbour, I'd be upset if it was. If everyone in your neighbourhood did what you are suggesting, it'd be a nightmare. Some restrictions may seem severe, but most are in place for very good reasons. Trees, plants and green life, and the space needed for them, are encouraged and important for solid reasons. Re: Land zoning - open space/Workshop 5May 19, 2016 9:38 am Your best bet is to call the council and ask to speak to the Duty Planners. The R-codes which stipulate what you can build are there for a reason. Some Councils make their own exemptions (in part) to the Rcodes for example to allow a bit more site coverage than the Rcodes allow. The duty planner will be able to tell you what you can and can't do. Don't be afraid to go there and sit down with them and your plans (you'll get a better understanding during the process im sure) Re: Land zoning - open space/Workshop 6Jul 06, 2016 1:43 pm Thanks for the replies everyone - I have opted to go for a smaller workshop and make the parking space up with a patio Frye I understand your frustration, but I'd also be surprised if it was allowed, and if I was your neighbour, I'd be upset if it was. If everyone in your neighbourhood did what you are suggesting, it'd be a nightmare. Just curious,Why would it upset you and why would it be a nightmare if everyone had a decent sized workshop in their yard?? Beazley77 Your best bet is to call the council and ask to speak to the Duty Planners. The R-codes which stipulate what you can build are there for a reason. Some Councils make their own exemptions (in part) to the Rcodes for example to allow a bit more site coverage than the Rcodes allow. The duty planner will be able to tell you what you can and can't do. Don't be afraid to go there and sit down with them and your plans (you'll get a better understanding during the process im sure) Thanks for that I will go and chat with them and see what my limits are. Re: Land zoning - open space/Workshop 7Jul 06, 2016 2:26 pm Every council is different. Husband put up a 9 X 7 and 2.7 high and the main restriction was a 2m easement on our back boundary. We could build as close to the other boundaries/fences as long as our gutters didn't overhang onto neighbouring properties. 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