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looking at adding some backyard shade to our Brisbane garden in the space shown! Tempted by something like https://www.bunnings.com.au/backyard-discovery-4-3-x-3-1-x-3m-cordova-gazebo-kit_p0309782?referrer=R...
1) I gather as long as we stay under 16msq / 3m high we don’t need any planning permission according to https://cityplan.brisbane.qld.gov.au/eplan/rules/0/222/0/0/0/227 - if anyone has experience otherwise would love to hear!
2) at least 2, potentially all 4 of the posts will handily not have any existing footing. What’s the easiest approach to doing this from anyone with experience of similar gazebos? I assume a basic concrete foot pour but unsure where to find suggested dimensions etc
Hello @kitfriendesq
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's marvellous to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your question about footings for your gazebo.
That's a fantastic project you're planning on. But before you begin, I suggest checking with your local council on the rules and regulations on building a gazebo in your backyard.
The size of the footing required for any project is governed by the type of soil in your area. Given the multitude of different soil types, the only way to find out how big the footing should be is to engage the services of an engineer who will be able to provide calculations and organize a survey of your soil. If the footing is too big it will sink into the soil and if it's too small, it won't provide enough support for the gazebo.
If you do engage the services of an engineer, it would also be worth asking if building a concrete slab would be a viable alternative.
If you need further assistance, please let us know.
Eric
