Can you live in a log cabin without planning permission?

Log cabins are classed as ‘permitted developments’ which means that they should not need planning permission, subject to the conditions below: The log cabin, and other garden buildings, cannot take up more than half of the land around the house. The log cabin should not be used as self-contained accommodation.

Do you need foundations for a log cabin?

A log cabin should be placed on either a concrete foundation, a patio area, paving slabs or decking. Any of these options, built properly, wil lbe suitable.

Why are log cabins so expensive?

The biggest reason is that the appointments and specifications(number of fireplaces, finished flooring, window and door quality, etc.) make up most of the cost of the homes. Another big reason is that, most of the times, the cheaper the log or timber package, the more on-site work to do.

Do I need planning permission for a garden room with toilet?

Yes, however, you will need to apply for Building Regulations. So, if you are planning a garden room with toilet, a bedroom with shower room or an annexe you will need to apply for Building Regulations. Large garden rooms of 30 sqm or more you will also need Building Regulation approval.

What are the benefits of a 2 bedroom log cabin?

Residential log cabins with multiple rooms are a remarkable investment that offers a plethora of benefits. A 2 bedroom log cabin is a bigger, larger, and more spacious structure, thus it offers more liveable spaces that you can use as a storage area.

Which is the best type of log cabin?

There are various types of log homes, but a 2 bedroom log cabin is becoming the most popular choice. A bigger and more spacious cabin gives substantial space for all your belongings, both on a temporary or a permanent basis. More and more people are planning to invest in log cabins, especially those with multiple rooms.

How big is the Iona chalet log cabin?

The Iona Chalet Log Cabin is a beautiful 3 room log cabin with a 2m covered wooden terrace at the front. The wood used throughout the log cabin is slow growing Northern Spruce. Learn More The Vesta Lodge is a luxury log cabin house constructed from superior double (60mm log version) or triple (95mm log version) tongue and groove timber wall logs.

What makes one two and three bedroom homes unique?

What makes our one two and three bedroom homes unique are the people who live in them. For YOUR home to suit and fit YOU perfectly, you design it! With our many years of experience and advice, together we will create drawings with a fixed price quotation of your dream home.