Making changes to the outside of your home

If you rent with us, you might be wondering what you can and can’t do to the outside of your home.

If you have a question that isn’t covered on this page, please get in touch.

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• Can I put up a fence?
• Can I put up a shed or greenhouse?
• Can I put a water butt in my garden?
• Can I charge an electric vehicle on my driveway?
  
  

Can I put up a fence?

Yes – as long as you follow these criteria:

• The fence must be in keeping with the property/estate
• The fence must be installed on your side of the boundary
• The fence must be no higher than 6ft
• You are aware that you are responsible for all future repairs/replacements
• You have checked that there are no planning restrictions in place - visit Planning Portal to check, or speak to your local planning office.

Please note that if these criteria are not met, we may ask you to remove the fence.

Can I put up a shed or greenhouse?

Yes - you may put up a shed or greenhouse in your own garden, as long as you follow these criteria:

• It is no bigger than 8x6 ft
• You accept responsibility for the upkeep of the shed/greenhouse
• It does not lean against a neighbour’s fence or property
• You are aware that you may have to remove this at the end of your tenancy

Please note that if these criteria are not met, we may ask you to remove the shed or greenhouse.

Can I put a water butt in my garden?

Yes, but please be aware that it will then be your responsibility to maintain it and you may be asked to remove it at the end of your tenancy.

If there is already a water butt in your garden when you moved in, you can remove it if you wish.

Can I charge an electric vehicle on my driveway?

Please see our Electric Vehicle Charging Policy for information on installing chargers on private driveways.