Before you buy
a shed over 10sqm,
check if it can
be approved.
ShedCheck provides independent, pre-decision guidance to help Homeowners understand council approval risks before committing to a shed, slab, or builder.
Not a Shed Supplier• Not a Certifier• No Obligation
What we Check in the Free 10-Minute Approval Review
The free check is a high-level review designed to identify
common council approval triggers before money is committed.
It’s not an approval decision — it’s an early risk scan
based on how councils typically assess sheds over 10 m²
Not a Shed Supplier• Not a Certifier• No Obligation
Who ShedCheck is for
This is for you if…•You’re planning a shed over 10 m²•You haven’t bought the shed or poured the slab yet•You want to understand approval risks before spending money•Your site has setbacks, slope, overlays, easements, or corner
exposure•You want independent advice, not a sales pitch
Who ShedCheck Is Not For
This is not for you if…•Your shed is under 10 sqm and you’re building a small exempt garden shed•You already have approval•You’re looking for a certifier or shed building quote•You want someone to “sign off” on a design.
Not a Shed Supplier• Not a Certifier• No Obligation
How the Free 10-Minute Approval Check Works?
3 Simple Steps
•You share the basics
Suburb, council, shed size, and rough location on the block.•We review common approval triggers
Based on how councils typically assess sheds over 10 m².•You get clarity, not a decision
We flag likely tripwires and explain what may be required next.
Not a Shed Supplier• Not a Certifier• No Obligation
What Happens after the Free Check?
3 Simple Steps
•If your site looks straightforward → we tell you.•If additional/complex approvals are likely required → we explain why.•If risks exist → we outline your options.
Some people need nothing more than reassurance. Others need clarity before they spend tens of thousands
Not a Shed Supplier• Not a Certifier• No Obligation
Option 1:
Detailed Site Review
•Council planning scheme review
•Overlay & setback assessment
•Written summary of risks and pathways
Project reviews involve time-based analysis of your specific council rules, site constraints, and approval pathways — not automated checks or generic advice.
These are optional. Many people never need them.
Option 2:
Pre Purchase Advisory
•Review shed concept before buying
•Questions to resolve before engaging builder/certifier.
Not a Shed Supplier• Not a Certifier• No Obligation
Why ShedCheck Exists?
•Shed companies SELL shed kits and builds
•Certifiers assess once designs are locked in, and the buyer is committed
•Councils don’t advise clearly
•Homeowners are left guessing
ShedCheck sits in the gap before designs, contracts, or approvals are locked in. We provide independent clarity without influence from shed kit sellers, builders or certifiers. No jargon. No sales pressure. Just a clear explanation of what matters next.
FAQ's
A 10-minute conversation can save months of frustration
DO YOU OFFER COUNCIL APPROVALS?
No. ShedCheck does not issue council approvals, planning decisions, or certifications.
We provide independent, pre-decision guidance to help you understand whether approval is likely to be required and what commonly affects shed proposals in your council area. Final approval decisions are made by councils and/or registered building certifiers.CAN YOU GAUARRANTEE APPROVAL?
No — and anyone who claims they can should be treated cautiously.
Approval outcomes depend on site-specific factors and council or certifier assessment. ShedCheck helps identify likely risks and constraints early, so you can make informed decisions before committing time or money.DO YOU LODGE APPLICATIONS?
No. ShedCheck does not prepare or lodge applications.
Our role is to help you understand what may be required and what to clarify before engaging builders, planners, or certifiers. If you proceed to an application, it’s done through the appropriate professionals.ARE YOU AUSTRALIA WIDE?
The free check is currently focused on Queensland, where approval rules vary significantly by council. If you’re outside Queensland, you’re welcome to enquire, but guidance may be limited depending on location.WHAT DO YOU NEED FROM ME?
For the free 10-minute check, just the basics:
Suburb and council, Approximate shed size and height, Where you plan to locate it on the block, Any known site constraints (if applicable), No drawings or documents are required.WHAT IF I HAVE ALREADY BOUGHT A SHED (OR KIT)?
You can still use ShedCheck. While it’s best to check before committing, the free review can still help identify approval risks, constraints, or questions to resolve before moving further. Just note that options may be more limited once designs or purchases are locked in.
Not a Shed Supplier• Not a Certifier• No Obligation
Ready to check your shed before you commit?
A short conversation now can prevent costly changes later. Let us know in the form body where on the site shed is to be located, the slope, any easements, overlays, concerns and best time to call. (Morning/Lunch/Afternoon/After hours)
Talk to a knowledgeable human before you make a costly mistake
Not a Shed Supplier• Not a Certifier• No Obligation