About this contemporary shed
This shed is 6′ x 10′ (60 sq/ft). It has a flat shed roof with an overhang, pale yellow-green siding and teal trim. A row of high windows runs across the top of the front wall, and a single door and a small window sit below them. It was built off site and delivered on a trailer to a hillside lot with a view of the city.
Delivered by trailer
Building the shed off site means less mess and less time on your property. The shed rode to the site on a flat-deck trailer, then was set down on prepared ground at the top of a sloped yard.
The finished shed
Once it was in place, the shed sat on a level pad with the front facing the yard. The slanted roof sheds rain to the back, and the high windows let daylight in without giving up wall space.
| Size | 6′ x 10′ (60 sq/ft) |
|---|---|
| Design | Contemporary shed with a shed roof and overhang |
| Siding | Pale yellow-green with teal trim |
| Door | Single door |
| Windows | A row of high windows above the door, plus one small window |
| Delivery | Built off site and delivered on a trailer |
| Permit status | Under 10 m² (107 sq/ft): a building permit is usually not needed. Zoning and setbacks still apply. |
What to plan before placing a shed
- Setbacks: every city has a minimum distance from the property line. Check it before you pick the spot.
- Level pad: on a slope, plan the pad first. A shed needs firm, level ground.
- Delivery path: a trailer needs room to reach the spot. Tell your builder about steep drives, tight turns and overhead wires.
- Light: high windows bring in daylight and keep the walls free for shelves and hooks.
Frequently asked questions
How big is this shed?
It’s 6 feet by 10 feet, which is 60 sq/ft (about 5.6 m²).
How was the shed delivered?
It was built off site and brought to the property on a trailer, then set on a prepared pad.
Does a 60 sq/ft shed need a permit?
Usually not. Most BC cities allow a building under 10 m² (107 sq/ft) without a building permit, but setbacks and zoning still apply. See the Shed Rules by City and Maximum Shed Size Without a Permit guides, then check with your local city hall.
More outbuildings to explore
See the 8×10 North Vancouver Convertible Shed, the 8×8 Gable Shed and 5×5 Outhouse at Pinantan Lake, browse more Tough Structures and Backyard Outbuildings, or check the Shed Rules by City.