Installing a garden shed in the city is an ideal solution for optimizing outdoor space, which is often limited, while adding real value to everyday life. Whether you want to create a secure storage space, a workshop, or a place to relax, Grosfillex PVC garden sheds stand out for their practicality and durability.
While garden sheds are useful everywhere, their advantages in urban areas differ from those sought after in rural areas. Here's how to choose the right garden shed for your city home and why PVC is an excellent option.
Why choose a PVC garden shed in an urban environment?
1. A durable and resistant solution suited to the city
PVC garden sheds are specially designed to withstand harsh conditions: temperature variations, urban pollution, humidity, UV rays, etc.
PVC is a robust material that offers excellent structural stability when the shed is permanently exposed to the elements.
The advantages of Grosfillex PVC:
- Does not rust, does not deform
- Perfectly weather-resistant
- Maintenance-free: simply rinse with water
- Exceptional longevity
These characteristics make it an ideal shelter for urban gardens, where maintenance must remain minimal.
2. Optimizing an often limited outdoor space
In most cities, gardens are smaller than in rural areas. It is therefore essential to choose a garden shed that is suitable for the available space.
Grosfillex offers PVC shelters in various sizes, but the smaller models (such as the 5 m² shelters) are particularly popular in urban areas:
- They fit easily into small gardens or courtyards.
- They can be used to store bicycles, city tools, strollers, electric scooters, etc.
- They are quick and easy to install.
Conversely, in more spacious areas, people are more likely to opt for a shelter measuring 11 m² or more, but in cities, small and medium-sized shelters remain the preferred choice.
Administrative procedures you need to know about
Depending on the surface area and height of your garden shed, permits may be required:
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Less than 5 m²: no action required (in most cases)
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Between 5 and 20 m²: prior declaration of work
- Over 20 m²: building permit
In cities, the process can take a little longer and will depend directly on the Local Urban Development Plan (PLU), which imposes specific rules on:
- permitted materials
- maximum heights
- the distances to be observed with regard to property boundaries
Lightweight and attractive structures such as garden sheds are often well received because they blend harmoniously into urban environments.
The awning: a complementary solution
If space allows, you can add a few square feet to the outside of your 
garden shed by adding a front on the side of your choice.
A popular alternative in cities, they provide protection for:
- motorcycle
- scooter
- bicycles (if your storage space is already taken up by your DIY projects)
A perfect combo for keeping everything tidy.
Conclusion
PVC garden sheds are particularly well suited to urban environments: compact, sturdy, attractive, and maintenance-free, they are the perfect solution for small city gardens. Their ability to secure urban equipment while optimizing outdoor space makes them an essential choice for all city dwellers looking for greater practicality and comfort.
