Granny annexe

Are you considering building a granny annexe in your garden? In that case understanding the granny annexe Caravan Act may be an important step in the process.  The Caravan Act is a helpful piece of legislation that can simplify the planning process – provided your building meets the set criteria. For most people this means…

If you’re considering adding a granny annexe to your property or already have one, understanding how council tax applies is crucial. After all, nobody wants to pay more tax than they need to! Annexes have special rules that apply only to this specific type of building in specific cases. This helpful guide will walk you…

We’ve recently upgraded our wall construction from 92mm timber to 88mm glulam at Summerhouse24 to keep offering our customers unparalleled quality with every purchase. In this blog, we’ll explain what glulam is, how it’s made, why we started using it and why it’s the best choice for our customers. Let’s dive right in. What is…

Last Updated: January 2026 Building a granny annexe is one of the most practical ways to support a family member while keeping everyone close. But when it comes to granny annexe planning permission, these buildings sit in a more complex category than your standard garden rooms or summer houses. Whether you need permission depends on…

Last Updated: 12.02.2026 A granny annexe is no longer just a space for aging parents. Across the UK, more families are building self-contained accommodation in their gardens as a practical alternative to moving house. Rising property prices, multigenerational living and the need for flexible space have made the humble granny flat in the garden far…

Keeping our loved ones close as they age is one of the most endearing and beautiful things a family can do. Not to mention all the help they can provide with the kids! However, the truth is they still need a private space of their own where they can retreat at the end of the…

Perhaps you have an elderly relative you need to care for or are looking to generate rental income. Or maybe you want to regain your peace and home noisy teenagers a safe distance away! Need more space? Don’t want to / Can’t move? Read our article about adding a prefabricated log cabin annexes to your…