How deep do you need to go for the foundations?

I've checked that don't need planning permission :) but obviously don't want to get on wrong side of the 'law'!

I know for prefabs its about 4 inch base, but not sure for a concrete block built garage.

Paul

Depends on what your ground/soil is like, but in simple terms, it should go down to solid earth.

Your builder should know, if not ask your local building control officeer at the council.

Its usually 1 metre for footings in good ground, any roots or drainage near by may mean you have to go deeper.

just dig till u hit good solid ground,clay,it could b 1foot or 6feet,just all depends on ur ground,good luck

You'll need to go down to good bearing (usually clay). The minimum depth varies by council, but there's usually a 600mm or 750mm minimum to avoid frost heave.

BTW... Even though you don't need planning permission, you might still need to make a Building Regs application. Best check with Building Control at your council.

John.

OK cheers I'm planning on building it myself. Not done anything like this before so its all learning right now!

P

as said above, go see the local council office they will give you a booklet telling what needs planning permission. you still might have to apply even though you don't need a ruling on it. do a search of your local council planning office website.

as said above, go see the local council office they will give you a booklet telling what needs planning permission. you still might have to apply even though you don't need a ruling on it. do a search of your local council planning office website.

Cheers
I did an oline application and as long as its not over 50m2 in volume I'm fine. I'll check teh control regs though....

You will almost certainly need regs.... which means you'll need to submit plans, oh, and PAY!!!

look here
planning-applications HOME PAGE (http://www.planning-applications.co.uk/page1.htm)

Hi Mate,
I am in the process of building my garage myself,7x6 with room above,2 sides double block and front and 1 gable reclaimed brick that i have from some sheds i am knocking down.

My footings were about 700 deep,the building inspector has been good and given me advice as i have never done anything like this before and will be doing it all myself.

The builders on the plot behind me have shown me how to lay and point and even lent me their digger and whacker!

I am up to about 6 blocks external and just waiting for frost to go to carry on with brickwork.

Will get some photos up in next few days.

Cheers Paul

Paul
have you ever done anything like this before.. will your wife be ringing DIY disasters from hell.

we'll see you on tv next !!! !!! lol



sounds like a brill garage when its done, get some 'each stage' photos up.

Phil

Lol Phil,

Yep mate my first attempt at building,the mrs reckons the builders will be coming in if i dont get on with it as the house is after this and she wants her nice kitchen.

Just put a thread up and will try to keep it updated.

Cheers Paul