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Backyard storage

A container in the backyard? Check this first.

Containers make solid storage sheds — but many BC cities restrict them on residential lots. Here's what to check, and the options that usually work.

Temporary is often fine

During a renovation or move, a short rental is usually the simplest route.

Rural lots differ

Acreages and agricultural land are often zoned differently from city lots.

We'll tell you honestly

Tell us your address — if we know your city doesn't allow it, we'll say so before you buy.

Which size?

A 20 ft is the usual choice for a yard: about 150 sq ft of floor space on a 20 × 8 ft footprint.

Tips before it arrives

  • Look up your zoning (most cities have an online map) and the section on accessory buildings or storage containers.
  • Ask whether a permanent container needs a building permit, cladding or screening.
  • Measure access: our crane trucks can lift over a fence, but need a firm spot close by.

Permits and local rules

Surrey, for example, only allows containers on residential lots during construction under a building permit, and Kelowna requires a building permit and an enclosing accessory building for permanent residential use. Always confirm with your city before buying. This is general information, not legal advice.

We deliver on K2 Crane & Cartage's crane trucks, so the container is lifted off the truck and set exactly where it works best — over a fence or into a tight spot if needed.

Tell us what you're storing

We'll suggest the right size and grade, and quote delivery and placement to your site.

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