--- title: Temporary Buildings date: 2023-04-12T16:29:00+01:00 author: Huw canonical_url: "https://www.aganto.co.uk/temporary-buildings" section: Buildings --- # Temporary buildings Temporary buildings Effortlessly increase your onsite capacity with a leading supplier of temporary and semi-permanent buildings and structures. Quick to install, flexible, and robust in all weather conditions. ![Temporary warehouse](/uploads/generic/home/_550x388_crop_center-center_none/Temporary-warehouse.jpg) ![](/uploads/generic/images/buildings/New_Icon-1.svg) Effortlessly increase your onsite capacity with a leading supplier of temporary and semi-permanent buildings and structures. Quick to install, flexible, and robust in all weather conditions. [Request a quote for a temporary building](#get-quote) ![](/uploads/generic/images/icons/Speed.svg) 7 days Installation within a week ![](/uploads/generic/images/icons/Flexibility.svg) Flexibility Hire, buy, and finance options ## Our quality temporary buildings have benefits suited to UK weather conditions and regulations. ![](/uploads/generic/images/icons/Weather.svg) UK weather protection Our temporary warehouse buildings are designed to withstand snow and wind loadings per BS EN 1991, ensuring they can endure the UK's unpredictable weather conditions. ![](/uploads/generic/images/icons/Fire-Safety.svg) Fire safety Our roof, wall and floor systems all conform to British Fire & Safety codes, ensuring a safe environment for occupants. ![](/uploads/generic/images/icons/Insulated.svg) Insulated or non-insulated Our structures can be temperature-controlled, essential for preserving perishable goods, pharmaceuticals, and other sensitive products. ![](/uploads/generic/images/icons/Foundation.svg) No foundations required Unlike permanent structures, our temporary warehouses do not require foundations and can be erected on asphalt, concrete or gravel. ![](/uploads/generic/images/icons/Flexibility.svg) Easy to extend, modify or relocate We always ensure minimal disruption to day-to-day business, and our temporary warehouse can be relocated easily, extended or modified as your business and customer demands change. ![](/uploads/generic/images/icons/Robust.svg) Strong and durable aluminium frame Aluminium is one of the most cost-effective materials to recycle and can be recycled indefinitely, a process that requires little energy and creates minimal CO2 emissions. Temporary building size guide Span Eaves Apex 5m 4.2m | 5.2m | 6.2m 5.1m | 6.1m | 7.1m 7.5m 3.2m | 4.2m | 5.2m 4.52m | 5.52m | 6.52m 10m 4.2m | 5.2m | 6.2m 5.88m | 6.88m | 7.88m 12m 4.2m | 5.2m 6.23m | 7.23m 15m 4.2m | 5.2m | 6.2m 6.69m | 7.69m | 8.69m 20m 4.2m | 5.2m | 6.2m | 7.2m | 8.2m 7.46m | 8.46m | 9.46m | 10.46m | 11.46m 25m 4.2m | 5.2m | 6.2m | 7.2m | 8.2m 8.31m | 9.31m | 10.31m | 11.31m | 12.31m 30m 4.2m | 5.2m | 6.2m | 7.2m | 8.2m 9.12m | 10.12m | 11.12m | 12.12m | 13.12m 35m 6.2m 12.06m Discover our add-on products and services We offer a complete turnkey solution, from insulation to groundworks and civil engineering, to heating and lighting installation and linking existing structures to suit your site and business needs. [Explore building add-ons](https://www.aganto.co.uk/add-ons) ![](/uploads/generic/images/buildings/discover-addons.svg) Our temporary building types for any space Available to [purchase](https://www.aganto.co.uk/temporary-buildings-for-sale) and [hire](https://www.aganto.co.uk/temporary-buildings-hire), long or short-term, our experienced in-house team will deliver the ideal temporary structure for your business. ![Canopy](/uploads/generic/_250x450_crop_center-center_none/Canopy.jpg) Canopies & Loading Bays [](https://www.aganto.co.uk/industrial-canopies) ![Aganto-temporary-solution-with-roller-shutter-door-for-vehicle-access](/uploads/generic/images/buildings/_250x450_crop_center-center_none/temp-slider5.jpg) Industrial & Manufacturing [](https://www.aganto.co.uk/temporary-buildings/industrial) ![Temporary-recreation-building-installed-by-aganto](/uploads/generic/images/buildings/_250x450_crop_center-center_none/Recreation-building.jpg) Recreation & Sport [](https://www.aganto.co.uk/temporary-buildings/sports) ![temporary-warehouse-for-storing-sheet-metal](/uploads/generic/images/buildings/_250x450_crop_center-center_none/Warehouse-for-sheet-metal.jpg) Warehouse & Storage [](https://www.aganto.co.uk/temporary-buildings/warehouse) ![Customisable-aganto-temporary-workshop-for-vehicles](/uploads/generic/images/buildings/_250x450_crop_center-center_none/temp-slider2.jpg) Workshops & Garages [](https://www.aganto.co.uk/temporary-buildings/workshop) ![temporary-retail-building-for-garden-centre](/uploads/generic/images/buildings/_250x450_crop_center-center_none/13090/Retail-2.jpg) Retail & Showrooms [](https://www.aganto.co.uk/temporary-buildings/retail) Previous Next Our latest temporary building projects [ All projects ](/projects) [ ![fully insulated temporary structure to accommodate warehouse storage and vehicle workshop](/uploads/generic/images/projects/_518x352_crop_center-center_none/Bott_Hero.jpg) Bott Group / Warehouse Bott Group wanted to increase warehouse storage and workshop space at their Ashby de la Zouch site to reduce off-site storage costs. View project ](https://www.aganto.co.uk/our-projects/bott-group-temporary-warehouse-building) [ ![temporary building delivered in two weeks](/uploads/generic/images/projects/_518x352_crop_center-center_none/Waterways-hero.jpg) Waterways Garden Centre / Retail When Waterways Garden Centre was damaged by heavy snowfall, they required an immediate solution to continue trading. View project ](https://www.aganto.co.uk/our-projects/waterways-garden-centre-temporary-building-retail) [ ![temporary warehouse for increased operational capacity](/uploads/generic/images/projects/_518x352_crop_center-center_none/Rutland-Plastics-Hero.jpg) Rutland Plastics / Warehouse Rutland Plastics wanted to increase the storage capacity they had for raw materials. View project ](https://www.aganto.co.uk/our-projects/rutland-plastics-temporary-warehousing) [ ![Velocity credit central](/uploads/generic/images/newsInsights/_518x352_crop_center-center_none/Velocity-credit-central.jpg) Velocity Sports / Sports Velocity Sports work closely with clients to deliver products and services for their projects, including Ealing Trailfinders Rugby Club. View project ](https://www.aganto.co.uk/our-projects/velocity-sports-temporary-sports-hall) [ ![fully insulated temporary structure to accommodate warehouse storage and vehicle workshop](/uploads/generic/images/projects/_518x352_crop_center-center_none/Bott_Hero.jpg) Bott Group / Warehouse Bott Group wanted to increase warehouse storage and workshop space at their Ashby de la Zouch site to reduce off-site storage costs. View project ](https://www.aganto.co.uk/our-projects/bott-group-temporary-warehouse-building) [ ![temporary building delivered in two weeks](/uploads/generic/images/projects/_518x352_crop_center-center_none/Waterways-hero.jpg) Waterways Garden Centre / Retail When Waterways Garden Centre was damaged by heavy snowfall, they required an immediate solution to continue trading. View project ](https://www.aganto.co.uk/our-projects/waterways-garden-centre-temporary-building-retail) [ ![temporary warehouse for increased operational capacity](/uploads/generic/images/projects/_518x352_crop_center-center_none/Rutland-Plastics-Hero.jpg) Rutland Plastics / Warehouse Rutland Plastics wanted to increase the storage capacity they had for raw materials. View project ](https://www.aganto.co.uk/our-projects/rutland-plastics-temporary-warehousing) [ ![Velocity credit central](/uploads/generic/images/newsInsights/_518x352_crop_center-center_none/Velocity-credit-central.jpg) Velocity Sports / Sports Velocity Sports work closely with clients to deliver products and services for their projects, including Ealing Trailfinders Rugby Club. View project ](https://www.aganto.co.uk/our-projects/velocity-sports-temporary-sports-hall) Previous Next Achieve major time and cost savings with a temporary building. Avoid the cost, delay and disruption of laying foundations associated with permanent buildings. [Buy a new building](https://www.aganto.co.uk/temporary-buildings-for-sale) We offer long and short-term hire contracts when an outright purchase option isn’t right. [Short or long-term hire](https://www.aganto.co.uk/temporary-buildings-hire) Need planning permission? In most cases, planning permission will be required when a temporary building or temporary canopy is used for more than 28 days. Aganto is happy to assist you through the process with our accredited partner Mosaic Town Planning. [Talk to us](https://www.aganto.co.uk/contact) [Explore our guide](https://www.aganto.co.uk/news-insights/do-i-need-planning-permission-for-a-temporary-building) A [temporary storage building](https://www.aganto.co.uk/temporary-storage-building) met all our requirements at a fraction of the cost of a permanent building. The speed and ease with which the building was transported and erected also meant it was available almost immediately. Going forward, the modular construction makes the building equally simple to dismantle and relocate to one of our other sites across the UK or Europe in the future if necessary, giving us maximum flexibility for minimum investment." Roger Blackwell - Engineering Manager, Shanks ![aganto-team-completing-on-site-temporary-building-installation](/uploads/generic/images/buildings/_296x213_crop_center-center_none/various-122-7.jpg) Temporary building FAQs Have a question about our temporary buildings? Whether it's about product sizes, delivery, or planning permission, we've answered some of the most commonly asked questions. ### **Can't see your question answered?** [Explore our full FAQs](https://www.aganto.co.uk/temporary-buildings-faqs) ### What is a temporary building Simply put, a temporary building is a prefabricated modular structure that is designed to be installed quickly and easily. They can often be used as an alternative to permanent structures without the need for groundworks or permanent foundations. ### Do I need planning permission for temporary buildings? Not every temporary building will require planning permission. Size, location and duration of use will all play a factor in whether your new temporary building will require planning permission. Need help with your [planning application](https://www.aganto.co.uk/news-insights/guide-to-planning-permission)? We've established a close partnership with the experts at Mosaic Town Planning to make the process as simple as possible for our clients. ### How quickly can a temporary building be installed? Unlike permanent buildings, which can take months to plan and construct, temporary solutions provide rapid installation to expand your storage space quickly. A typical Aganto temporary building can be installed in around 7 days, allowing you to begin using your structure within just weeks. [Contact our temporary building experts](https://www.aganto.co.uk/contact) and get your project started today. ### How long do temporary buildings last? Despite being ‘temporary’, our temporary buildings can remain in place for as long as you need them. Some of our clients have had Aganto buildings on their site for over 10 years! Alternatively, our short-term rental contracts start from as little as 3 months. Choose the best option for you and get the space you need when you need it. ### What are the purchasing options for temporary buildings? We provide flexible purchasing options for our high-quality temporary buildings, ensuring that your new structure meets your specific needs and budget. For those looking for a long-term solution, [outright purchase offers](https://www.aganto.co.uk/temporary-buildings-for-sale) full ownership of the building and is more cost-effective than traditional construction. If you need the building for an extended period but prefer not to buy, our long-term hire option allows you to spread the cost over time while retaining flexibility. For short-term projects or seasonal needs, we offer short-term hire, providing the additional space you require without a long-term commitment. Explore [temporary building hire](https://www.aganto.co.uk/temporary-buildings-hire) options. Additionally, we offer the option to [purchase used temporary buildings](https://www.aganto.co.uk/buy-used-buildings). Choosing a used building frame is a budget-friendly alternative to a new structure, delivering the same reliability at a lower cost. Why choose an Aganto temporary building? ![](/uploads/generic/images/icons/National-Coverage.svg) Nationwide coverage Our UK sales and technical teams offer no-obligation site visits nationwide. ![](/uploads/generic/images/icons/Hire-or-Purchase.svg) Hire or purchase Affordable temporary buildings for [short-term hire](https://www.aganto.co.uk/temporary-buildings-hire) and [long-term purchase](https://www.aganto.co.uk/temporary-buildings-for-sale). ![](/uploads/generic/images/icons/Collaboration.svg) Consultative collaboration Our approach allows us to understand your needs and offer the ideal solution. ![](/uploads/generic/images/icons/Expert.svg) In house expertise Our in-house expert team are specialists in delivering temporary buildings. Begin your temporary building installation Talk with our experts to kick-start your project or arrange a site inspection. [Request a callback](#request-callback) Fill out your project details, and we'll respond to your enquiry with a quote. 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