My Shed Plans Review (2026): 12,000 Plans, Price and UK Planning

What is My Shed Plans?

My Shed Plans is a digital package of shed designs. After paying, you get access to a members area where you can download the plans. The official page says each plan includes step-by-step instructions, full drawings, 3D views, cutting lists and materials lists, and that the plans are designed so you do not need to read technical blueprints.

The product is sold through ClickBank, which is the retailer and handles payment and refunds. The seller also offers a free sample plan for an 8 x 12 shed, which is a useful way to check the level of detail before you buy.

This review is based on the official sales page and FAQ (checked on 30 October 2026) and UK planning guidance from the Planning Portal. We have not bought or used the plans ourselves. We describe what the seller says, separate it from what we could verify, and flag the gaps.

What the seller says is included

• 12,000 shed plans in many sizes and styles, from small storage sheds to larger workshop designs.
• Drawings and lists: instructions, drawings from several angles, cutting lists and materials lists for each plan.
• Lifetime access to a members area, with plans added over time, per the seller.
• A free custom plan if you cannot find the design you want (the seller’s “We have it or we’ll get it” promise).
• Bonuses: extra guides with “values” attached. Those figures are the seller’s own, not market prices.

Pros and cons

UK planning: check before you build

A plan tells you how to build a shed, not where you are allowed to put it. The Planning Portal says outbuildings are usually permitted development, so they do not need planning permission, subject to limits. These include:

• single storey, with a maximum eaves height of 2.5 metres;
• a maximum overall height of 4 metres with a dual-pitched roof, or 3 metres for any other roof;
• a maximum height of 2.5 metres if the building is within 2 metres of a boundary;
• no more than half the land around the original house covered by additions or other buildings.

Different rules apply to listed buildings, designated land such as National Parks, and flats or maisonettes. If you are unsure, check with your local planning authority before buying materials.

What a shed costs to build

The seller’s FAQ gives US cost examples, comparing a self-built shed with a pre-built one. Those figures do not translate to the UK, where timber, roofing felt and fixings are priced differently and change often. Use the plan’s materials list to get a quote from your local merchant, and allow extra for a base (concrete, paving slabs or a timber frame) and for tools you may not own.

Who it suits (and who it does not)

My Shed Plans looks most useful for DIYers who want to compare lots of designs before choosing one, and who are comfortable converting measurements. If you only need one standard shed, a single metric plan or a flat-pack kit from a UK supplier may be simpler. If you have never used a circular saw or built a frame, take time to learn the basics safely first.

Alternatives worth comparing

• Flat-pack sheds from UK garden retailers: no design work, but less choice of size.
• Single metric shed plans from independent designers.
• TedsWoodworking, a broader woodworking plan library that also includes sheds. See our TedsWoodworking review.

Our verdict

My Shed Plans offers a large choice of shed designs for a modest one-time price, with a free sample and a 60-day guarantee. It is a reasonable buy if you want detailed drawings and lists and you are happy to convert US sizes. Ignore the urgency and inflated values on the sales page, check planning limits for your garden first, and price materials locally.

Frequently asked questions

Is My Shed Plans a one-time payment?

Yes, according to the seller’s FAQ: a one-time payment with no recurring fees. On 30 October 2026 the page showed $37, and the UK checkout showed £36.86 including VAT.

Do I need planning permission for a shed in the UK?

Often not, if you stay within permitted development limits, but rules vary. See the Planning Portal’s outbuildings guidance and check with your local council if you are unsure.

Can I try a plan first?

The seller offers a free 8 x 12 sample plan, so you can check the level of detail before buying.

How long does it take to build a shed?

The seller suggests one day for experienced builders and 3 to 5 days for beginners. Treat that as a rough guide: it depends on the size, the weather, your tools and your experience.

Conclusion

For a first shed, good plans and a clear materials list help a lot. My Shed Plans offers plenty of choice for a one-time price. Download the free sample, check UK planning limits, convert measurements carefully and decide calmly, whatever the countdown says.