Question: what is the minimum distance between a sink and a hob?
Answer: Designing A Safe Kitchen Environment Minimum distance between hob and sink of 600mm (2ft). Minimum gap of 760mm (2ft 6in) above the hob. A hob and oven should not be positioned such that any door can swing open against them. A hob should have a clear worktop, or a space of at least 200mm (8in), on either side.