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Are there any (planning) restrictions at all on the construction of
tree houses for childrens' play? In the situation I have in mind, someone is erecting what appears to be a fairly substantial and permanent structure up in the sky directly overlooking a neighbour's garden. The neighbour presumably is limited in defence by the 2m (?) height restriction on fences. The tree house certainly extends well above that, and it has a raised deck outside well-suited for kiddies to stand on and lean over the wall. I realise that of course the tree-house-builder's family have a right to enjoy their garden too, but what makes it particularly unfortunate is that the tree house is situated directly adjacent to a bit of patio and garden seat in the victim's garden. So it's not even as easy as just planting a big tree - they would have to dig up the patio and relay it in different spot (and it's already in the best place, centred on a south-facing wall). Anyone got any better ideas? This is in Scotland, if that matters. Of course there is a fair chance that the tree house will fall into disuse in a few weeks anyway... James |
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There have been cases of them being removed under planning legislation in
England but the best bet is to have a word with your neighbour and explain your concerns. -- |
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"James Annan" wrote in message om... Are there any (planning) restrictions at all on the construction of tree houses for childrens' play? In the situation I have in mind, someone is erecting what appears to be a fairly substantial and permanent structure up in the sky directly overlooking a neighbour's garden. The neighbour presumably is limited in defence by the 2m (?) height restriction on fences. The tree house certainly extends well above that, and it has a raised deck outside well-suited for kiddies to stand on and lean over the wall. I realise that of course the tree-house-builder's family have a right to enjoy their garden too, but what makes it particularly unfortunate is that the tree house is situated directly adjacent to a bit of patio and garden seat in the victim's garden. So it's not even as easy as just planting a big tree - they would have to dig up the patio and relay it in different spot (and it's already in the best place, centred on a south-facing wall). Anyone got any better ideas? This is in Scotland, if that matters. Of course there is a fair chance that the tree house will fall into disuse in a few weeks anyway... James Found these........: http://www.homeandleisure.co.uk/diy/...eehouse1.shtml http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main...09/ntree09.xml http://www.manchesteronline.co.uk/ne...ts_a_trim.html It looks as if you should ask the local council. Jenny |
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In message , James
Annan writes Are there any (planning) restrictions at all on the construction of tree houses for childrens' play? In the situation I have in mind, someone is erecting what appears to be a fairly substantial and permanent structure up in the sky directly overlooking a neighbour's garden. The neighbour presumably is limited in defence by the 2m (?) height restriction on fences. The tree house certainly extends well above that, and it has a raised deck outside well-suited for kiddies to stand on and lean over the wall. I realise that of course the tree-house-builder's family have a right to enjoy their garden too, but what makes it particularly unfortunate is that the tree house is situated directly adjacent to a bit of patio and garden seat in the victim's garden. So it's not even as easy as just planting a big tree - they would have to dig up the patio and relay it in different spot (and it's already in the best place, centred on a south-facing wall). Anyone got any better ideas? This is in Scotland, if that matters. Of course there is a fair chance that the tree house will fall into disuse in a few weeks anyway... James What a miserable old Grotty you sound James . Do not get like me!! Think of the fun pleasure some old ones would get watching the kids having fun in a tree house. CONTROLS CONTROLS = JOBS FOR THE BOYS. -- Roger J. P. Jones |
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"Roger J. P. Jones" wrote in message ... In message , James Annan writes Are there any (planning) restrictions at all on the construction of tree houses for childrens' play? In the situation I have in mind, someone is erecting what appears to be a fairly substantial and permanent structure up in the sky directly overlooking a neighbour's garden. The neighbour presumably is limited in defence by the 2m (?) height restriction on fences. The tree house certainly extends well above that, and it has a raised deck outside well-suited for kiddies to stand on and lean over the wall. I realise that of course the tree-house-builder's family have a right to enjoy their garden too, but what makes it particularly unfortunate is that the tree house is situated directly adjacent to a bit of patio and garden seat in the victim's garden. So it's not even as easy as just planting a big tree - they would have to dig up the patio and relay it in different spot (and it's already in the best place, centred on a south-facing wall). Anyone got any better ideas? This is in Scotland, if that matters. Of course there is a fair chance that the tree house will fall into disuse in a few weeks anyway... James What a miserable old Grotty you sound James . Do not get like me!! Think of the fun pleasure some old ones would get watching the kids having fun in a tree house. If you were truly an old git, you would be looking forward to seeing the little buggers falling out of the tree house and breaking their legs. That'll learn'em. Steve |
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Roger J. P. Jones posted
Think of the fun pleasure some old ones would get watching the kids having fun in a tree house. That could get you arrested these days ... -- PeteM |
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On Wed, 26 May 2004 12:38:57 +0100, "shazzbat"
wrote: If you were truly an old git, you would be looking forward to seeing the little buggers falling out of the tree house and breaking their legs. That'll learn'em. Where I live the kids climb up two hawthorn trees just outside my garden. I've always made it very clear to them that it's not my problem if they break their little necks, but there'll be trouble if they land on my fence. They seem to take it in good part:-) Liz (tongue very much in cheek) |
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Think of the fun pleasure some old ones would get watching the kids
having fun in a tree house. That could get you arrested these days ... Only if you were jerking off while watching them. |
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In message , Max Power
writes Think of the fun pleasure some old ones would get watching the kids having fun in a tree house. That could get you arrested these days ... Only if you were jerking off while watching them. Or thinking about doing so. -- Mike |
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"Mike" wrote in message ... In message , Max Power writes Think of the fun pleasure some old ones would get watching the kids having fun in a tree house. That could get you arrested these days ... Only if you were jerking off while watching them. Or thinking about doing so. Maybe you could say to their parents "I'm really looking forward to seeing your kids playing in that tree house in their skimpy summer clothes, will they be having friends round to stay over?" Then you could prune back some of your own shrubs to give you a clear field of vision. They should think twice then. Steve |
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On Thu, 27 May 2004 11:14:36 +0100, "shazzbat"
wrote: "Mike" wrote in message ... In message , Max Power writes Think of the fun pleasure some old ones would get watching the kids having fun in a tree house. That could get you arrested these days ... Only if you were jerking off while watching them. Or thinking about doing so. Maybe you could say to their parents "I'm really looking forward to seeing your kids playing in that tree house in their skimpy summer clothes, will they be having friends round to stay over?" Then you could prune back some of your own shrubs to give you a clear field of vision. They should think twice then. Steve Probably not a good idea if you live in one of those areas where paediatricians get beaten to within an inch of their lives by News Of The World "readers". Matt |
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On Thu, 27 May 2004 11:14:36 +0100, "shazzbat"
wrote: "Mike" wrote in message ... In message , Max Power writes Think of the fun pleasure some old ones would get watching the kids having fun in a tree house. That could get you arrested these days ... Only if you were jerking off while watching them. Or thinking about doing so. Maybe you could say to their parents "I'm really looking forward to seeing your kids playing in that tree house in their skimpy summer clothes, will they be having friends round to stay over?" Then you could prune back some of your own shrubs to give you a clear field of vision. They should think twice then. Steve Probably not a good idea if you live in one of those areas where paediatricians get beaten to within an inch of their lives by News Of The World "readers". Matt |
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"The Q" wrote Are there any (planning) restrictions at all on the construction of tree houses for childrens' play? Not in Springfield. Bart has a really nice one. |
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