Security zones when installing garages: what you need to know
Construction or installation of a garage is not only a matter of convenience for the vehicle owner, but also a legally significant procedure that requires compliance with certain norms and restrictions. One of the important aspects is security zones – special territories where any construction work is prohibited or restricted, including the installation of garages.
What is a security zone?
A security zone is an area around a certain infrastructure facility (electrical networks, pipelines, roads, railways, water bodies, etc.), which requires a special mode of use to ensure safety, property preservation and uninterrupted operation of the facility.
The main types of security zones related to the installation of garages
1.Security zones of engineering networks:
- Electrical networks: it is forbidden to install garages closer than 2 meters from a cable line and at least 10 meters from an overhead line (depending on voltage).
- Gas pipelines: protection zone – from 2 to 10 meters on both sides of the gas pipeline.
- Water pipelines and sewage: usually not less than 3-5 meters.
- Heating pipelines: minimum distance – 2-5 meters.
2. Railways and highways:
- A garage cannot be located closer than 50 m from a railway track and 10-25 m from a public highway.
3. Water bodies:
- Riverside protection strips are installed near rivers, lakes, canals (from 25 m to 100 m depending on the type of water body and terrain).
4. Fire breaks:
- The distance between a garage and a residential building or other structures should be from 6 to 15 meters depending on the materials from which the objects are built.
Installing a garage within a security zone
Installing a garage within a security zone is possible only with the approval of the relevant services:
- Oblenergo or other electricity supply organizations.
- Water utilities, gas services, heat supply organizations.
- Local governments or architectural and construction inspections.
Without approval, there is a risk of receiving a demolition order or a fine, and you also expose yourself to danger if it is a question of proximity to communications.
Consequences of violating the rules
- Administrative liability – fines for unauthorized installation of objects in a security zone.
- Forced dismantling – by decision of the court or regulatory authorities.
- Danger to life and property – in the event of an accident or damage to networks.
Conclusion
Before installing a garage, it is necessary to carefully check the location for the presence of security zones. Contacting specialized services will help avoid problems in the future. A garage should not only be convenient, but also safe and legal.
