For many companies, farms or investors, time is a key resource. This is why solutions that allow for the rapid expansion of infrastructure without months of official procedures are in great demand. The question often arises in this context: which tent halls can be erected without a building permit? We have the answer!
Halls without planning permission - which criteria are most important when considering planning permission?
According to the regulations in force, and more specifically the Building Law Act ((Building Law, Act of 7 July 1994, Journal of Laws 2023, art. 29.1 item 3 and 7), it is possible to erect a temporary structure without having to obtain a building permit, provided that:
- the tent halls are not permanently attached to the ground (e.g. have no foundations),
- its use does not exceed a period of 180 days,
- the investor submits a notification of construction to the relevant office - most often the District Starost's Office or City Hall.
In practice, this means that many structures - especially tent warehouse halls, portable shelters or container shelters - can be legally erected on a plot of land without obtaining a building permit.
Halls without a building permit - which structures count as temporary?
According to Article 3(5) of the Construction Law, structures that can be erected on the basis of a notification include:
- tent warehouse halls - lightweight, robust and modular structures, ideal for storing goods,
- temporary warehouses - spare storage space used during seasonal peaks in demand,
- production tent halls - used for short-term contracts or as emergency back-up facilities,
- container shelters - popular on construction sites and as part of industrial infrastructure,
- livestock shelters of more than 35 m² - mobile solutions used, for example, in agriculture, which in selected cases can also be erected without a notification, as described later in this article.
It is important that all these structures are not permanently connected to the ground and can be dismantled quickly. The products available from Inamiot.EN meet these criteria - the structures are based on keyway connections and do not require foundations. In addition, the tent halls are supplied in a modular form, allowing them to be quickly erected and dismantled.
Which hall can be erected without a permit? Pay attention to the surface area!
According to the current Construction Law, the construction of free-standing, single-storey structures such as outbuildings , garages or sheds - with an area of up to 35 m² - does not require a construction permit, but only a notification. Similar rules apply to recreational buildings with the same area.
In the case of objects up to 35 m² in area, which serve agricultural production and supplement homestead development on a habitat plot, neither a permit nor a notification is required (Article 29(2)(1) of the Construction Law). However, it should be borne in mind that their number must not exceed two for every 500 m² of the plot.
In turn, Article 29(2)(33) of the same Act also stipulates that neither a notification nor a permit is required for outbuildings and sheds of simple construction related to agricultural production, with a built-up area of up to 150 m², with a construction span of no more than 6 m and a height of no more than 7 m, whose area of influence is entirely within the plot or plots on which they are designed.
In the context of tent warehouse halls, this means thatsmall structures of up to 35 m² can be erected much more easily - sometimes even without the need for a development declaration. However, if the tent halls exceed this metre, a notification is required, provided that the other requirements for temporary and no permanent foundation are met.
Tent halls without a permit - what do I need to include in the notification?
Although the notification process is considerably less formal than the application for a building permit, it requires the preparation of several documents. These include a special form, which includes: investor's data, type of construction project, planned date of commencement of works and location. It is also important to prepare attachments, such as: a statement on the right to use the real property, confirmation of stamp duty payment or a plot or land development plan.
After submitting the application, the office has 21 days to issue a decision. If no response is received within this timeframe, this means the so-called tacit consent and the possibility of commencing with the erection of the tent halls.
How can a marquee be used without a permit?
In what situations is it worth considering a temporary tent hall without a permit? There are many scenarios:
- seasonal storage - e.g. for harvest, sales or increased production, when extra space is needed for a few weeks or months,
- emergency warehouse - when the main infrastructure fails or the company needs to reorganise its operations quickly,
- construction site facility - a temporary technical facility, shelter for equipment, tools or workers,
- temporary production hall - perfect for short-term orders or increased production,
- livestock shelter - for seasonal grazing or herd rotation, especially when the location of the livestock is variable,
- transshipment point - in logistics and transport where flexibility of location is key,
- shelterfor agricultural machinery - e.g. tractors, harvesters or forklifts - to protect the equipment from rain and sun.
In all these cases, a tent warehouse halls can be set up quickly, legally and without costly paperwork.
Tent without declaration - what about after 180 days of use?
If the tent halls are to remain on the same site after 180 days, it will be necessary to apply for planning permission. Alternatively, it can be dismantled and erected elsewhere, or you can re-notify your intention to build if the location or usage parameters change.
It is worth remembering that temporary structures can also be used as part of a larger investment plan, e.g. in the testing phase of a location or preliminary activities prior to the construction of a permanent facility.
Halls without planning permission - safe and legal
erecting a tent halls without a permit is entirely possible - just a few conditions need to be met. Key considerations are the duration of use (up to 180 days), no permanent connection to the ground, adequate space and compliance with the regulations for temporary structures. In this way, you can legally and quickly increase your storage, production or livestock space without burdensome formalities.
The tent halls on offer at Inamiot.EN meet these requirements perfectly. They are solutions designed with mobility, speed of assembly and user needs in mind. If you are looking for a proven system that offers flexibility and legal compliance - familiarise yourself with the full range of products and consult the advisors at the experienced tent hall manufacturer Inamiot.
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