Garage Storage Expansion

[jmvar]

Hi, I am fortunate to have a detached garage that is roughly 30' x 23' where I can escape to break all kinds of things that don't need fixing. I enjoy fixing and making things and have a lot of hobbies I share with my kids that provide a steady stream of projects to keep me busy and fill up the shop. Woodworking, dirt bikes, mountain bikes, snowboards, welding and fabrication, camping and camping equipment, and I can still pull in our car and van to work on or pack for a trip.

With all of these hobbies I really want to move the woodworking dust collector, lawn mower, snow blower, gardening and lawn care equipment out of the shop. I was thinking about getting a simple shed to store the lawn/yard equipment in. Something like one of these and putting it behind the garage:

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The downside to one of these is that I probably can't put the dust collector in one of these.

Other option is to build a bumpout on to the back of the garage like this:

How to Build a Garage Addition

Create a bump out in your garage for a motorcycle, ATV, riding mower, woodworking tools or odds and ends with this simple garage addition.

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I don't think I would want access to the storage space from inside the garage but those with more experience can let me know what you think or what you wish you had done differently if you went this route.

I have attached some pics of the garage and the space behind it. For those that have added a bump out or have added storage space via a separate shed, can you share your experience? Thanks.

 

[CN Spots]

I had one of those RubberMaid storage buildings for 10 years until we sold the place. It held up ok but was starting to fade and sag a bit when we left. Not really any good way to secure them since they're plastic but it served it's purpose.
Any room to add a lean-to over the man door?

 

[Bucko]

Thinking outside the box and based on your not wanting access from the inside why not build a separate shed that mimics the original roofline but not as high. It looks like setbacks aren't a real big issue looking at how close the neighbors shed is. Then you could enclose the space between the shop and the shed and that can be your compressor and central vac room. I know you said not wanting access but a man door dead center would be nice for access for the central vac room and the storage being in the shed would still be totally separated.

 

[jmvar]

I had one of those RubberMaid storage buildings for 10 years until we sold the place. It held up ok but was starting to fade and sag a bit when we left. Not really any good way to secure them since they're plastic but it served it's purpose.
Any room to add a lean-to over the man door?

Thanks for the input on the plastic shed. Reading reviews I think your experience is common. I am looking for a long term solution so I think I will steer away from that solution.

There is room to add a lean-to on the side where the man door is but I would rather add the rear of the building.

 

[jmvar]

Thinking outside the box and based on your not wanting access from the inside why not build a separate shed that mimics the original roofline but not as high. It looks like setbacks aren't a real big issue looking at how close the neighbors shed is. Then you could enclose the space between the shop and the shed and that can be your compressor and central vac room. I know you said not wanting access but a man door dead center would be nice for access for the central vac room and the storage being in the shed would still be totally separated.

You are right, all the neighbors have sheds right on the property line which is interesting because I live in a posh, snooty, PITA county. Our neighborhood is a little older and more laid back compared to the rest of the area so I think that is why everyone looks the other way.

If I build something it will be attached to the building and tucked up as close as possible, the area behind the building is part of a little loop my kids use to ride their bikes and dirt bikes. You have changed my mind and I think a door to access on side to the other is a good idea.

Are there advantages in building a bump out with a gable roof over a shed roof besides height?