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No, far from always. If you place a container for storage in the rear area of your plot, within the usual height and floor area for outbuildings, then in many local authorities that falls under permit-free building. If it stands at the front of your plot, permanently, or with a different use such as living, then planning permission is more often required. Always check this in advance with your local council, as the rules differ by local authority and by country.
From the guide: Do you need planning permission for a shipping container on your property? →
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