Quick guide to permissions. Have you ever wondered about what you can and can't do in your home? We've put together this handy overview of our permissions to help you check what is or isn't included in your housing agreement.
A) Needs no permission Shed (Backyard/garden only. As long as garden is not communal) - The size must be no larger than 3m in depth, 2.45m in height and 2.45m in width. (10ft D x 8ft H x 6ft W) Greenhouse (Backyard/garden only. As long as garden is not communal) – The size must be no larger than 3m in depth, 2.45m in height and 2.45m in width. (10ft D x 8ft H x 6ft W) Gate Compost bin Please note, sheds and greenhouses must not be placed against any fence or structures.
Did you know you can get home contents insurance to protect your belongings? Contact our welfare team for advice:
welfare@fairhive.co.uk
B) Needs written permission Fencing Lodger Running a business from home Driveways Patio Decking Summer house Water butt External tap Satellite/Aerial/Sky dish External electric socket Electrical car charging point CCTV 'Ring' (video) doorbell Spotlight Security light Electric shower Light fitting Water meter Cooker hood Essential appliance alterations, e.g. washing machine Tiling Laminate flooring Pet Flap Caravan
For more information about permissions please contact us (contact@fairhive.co.uk) and ask for the neighbourhood team.
C) Will not be permitted unless needed for aids and accessibility with OT referal.
Conservatories Extensions Knocking walls down Remove outhouse(s) Blocking entrances Window changes Loft conversion Stud walls Porch Patio doors External doors Kitchens Bathrooms Internal doors Painting kitchen cupboards/cupboard doors etc. Fireplace / log burner Pond Aerials to blocks
PLEASE NOTE: If you do any alterations without our approval, you will be in breach of your tenancy agreement which may lead to action being taken. Permissions are granted subject to numerous terms and conditions such as, having a clear rent account, no tenancy breaches, etc. We also do not grant permissions whilst residents are on a starter tenancy.