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Do I Need a Permit for a Shed?

A quality shed will be a permanent fixture of your backyard landscape for decades to come. Available in a wide range of sizes, there’s no doubt that a true Amish shed is a full building, delivered right to your backyard. However, many homeowners still aren’t sure if they need a shed permit to bring home the storage they need. That’s why one of the most common questions we hear is, “Do I need a permit for a shed?” In the vast majority of townships or boroughs, you do need to have one — keep reading to learn more about this requirement.

At Glick Woodworks, we’re an Amish shed builder that crafts a wide range of custom sheds and modular garages. In today’s blog, we’re breaking down the question, “Do I need a permit for a shed?” and giving you our perspective on the best way to handle it. Keep reading to learn more — or contact us right now to get started!

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Shed Building Requirements Explored

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In the vast majority of places where we build and deliver our structures, the shed building requirements mandate that a permit must be filed. Generally, this is a standard permit that is filed with your borough or township. It is extremely rare for a homeowner to have trouble getting a shed permit for the structure they want. So even if this isn’t the answer you were hoping to hear, it’s not bad news!

In almost every case, we recommend that customers buy or custom design their shed as the first step — prior to getting their shed permit. The timeline often lines up that the permit is approved before their shed is finished and ready for install. In addition, buying your structure ahead of time ensures that your township has all of the information needed to fill out the application. Generally, you’ll have to answer a few general questions about the structure, provide information about where on your land you’ll place it, and give information about Glick Woodworks’ insurance.

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Having any issues with any of these shed building requirements is very rare. The only time getting a shed permit is ever a challenge is when the size of your home lot is extremely small. However, if this is the case, there may be other logistical problems that keep you from having a shed. Other than extremely cramped lots, it is very unlikely there will be other issues qualifying for a new shed.

The only other shed building requirement you need to keep in mind is that if you have a Homeowners Association (HOA), you need to check with them BEFORE buying your shed. The HOA may stipulate additional requirements about the shed siding or colors that you need to follow. Fortunately, we can build a truly diverse range of different style sheds!

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Ask Shed Permit Questions & Buy Now

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When it comes to the question, “Do I need a permit for a shed?”, the answer in the vast majority of cases is yes, you do. However, since getting a shed permit is often very easy, you don’t need to worry about not being able to get the storage you need. That’s why we recommend finding your favorite backyard shed design or custom building something with our team right now. However, if you have more questions, you can also reach out to us about that as well.

At Glick Woodworks, our Amish sheds are popular with homeowners thanks to their luxury style, their durable quality, and their competitive price point. The first step is to reach out to our team to get prices and to discuss delivery.

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One day I was looking for a shed for my yard But I refuse to go to Home Depot or Lowe’s for one because I just felt as if they were garbage. So one day I looked online did my homework and I found Glick woodworks Let me tell you I was reading all the reviews and not one was a negative so I decided to go with them. I drove 2 1/2 hours To go meet with these people, Dave and David and let me tell you everything they had on there was top-notch quality and everybody was busy and not one Radio to be played. Which I was sold on that alone because that means that they are focusing on their work. I came up with the design on how I wanted my shed and David delivered. I give these people 10 stars as I’m going to buy another shed from them. This is the only place to go if you want Top quality work. My shed is going to be here Way after the end of Time. 10’s Across-the-board. My shed is GORGEOUS cuz of them!!!!
eddie sabio
eddie sabio
19:21 12 Nov 24
Completed pad and moved my 16 by 16 shed today, amazing work ethic and professionalism. Completed the job in one day for a very fair price. Will recommend to everyone! Thank you.
Thomas Hughes
Thomas Hughes
21:47 04 Nov 24
Awesome! If the rest of the world could provide this level of service and communication it would be a better place.
John Pyles
John Pyles
18:28 01 Nov 24
Rebuilt my shed from the floor up. Did excellent, professional, quick work (two guys done within two days). Very pleased with the craftsmanship and thoroughness of the work done. Highly recommend Glick for your woodwork structure projects. A+
Dwayne B.
Dwayne B.
18:29 03 Sep 24
These guys are so easy to work with. Great prices also. They did an awesome job delivering my shed . Thank you !
Skeptic
Skeptic
02:19 05 Jun 24
Glick woodworks did two customized projects in the last three years. Our beautiful 14x22 shed and our 13x13 potting shed. GORGEOUS!!! Glicks are service driven and know how to build that is tough and built to last, sturdy and structurally sound in their trade. Communication with us is enjoyable. They have storage and potting sheds ready to deliver on their lot in Mt Joy, Pa but also shine in customization. Love, love,love.......their whole business plan is impeccable, right up to the delivery day and beyond.Collaborating on future project. Thank you very much !
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tracy taverner
16:25 18 Apr 24