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Can I put a 6-foot fence in my front garden?
In general, you cannot put a 6-foot fence in your front garden. If you want to install a fence that is that high, you will need to apply for a permit. It is only after being granted a permit can you install it. This is because most local authorities only allow a maximum height of up to 4 feet for front yard fences. Here is what you should know.
Can I build a fence next to my neighbours?
Can I Build A Fence Next To My Neighbours? UK Fence & Boundary Laws Can I Build A Fence Next To My Neighbours? Yes, you can build a fence on either side of your garden next to your neighbour’s fence. If the fence is in your boundary then you are allowed to build a 2-metre high brick or wooden fence/wall.
Do I need a planning permit to put up a fence?
THERE are laws in place concerning the height of a garden fence and you may need a planning permit if you want to put up a particularly high fence.
How to fence a garden with cement?
This makes for a solid, tight fit. If you choose cement as your base, you will need to stabilize the post until the cement sets. Cut and attach the material you will be using to fence a garden using a hammer (mallet), nails and wire cutters. Common materials used include wood slats, chicken wire, vinyl netting or mesh.
How high can a garden fence be?
Despite what many people think a garden fence can be as high as 100m but you need to get planning permission for any fence taller than 2m.
Can my garden fence be taller than my neighbours?
The height of the fence is measured from your ground level, this can have an impact when, due to slopes in the ground, your garden may be at a higher level than your neighbours'.
How long does it take to get a fence up?
It’s a very easy process and a fence company will have your fence up within the day or two.
Why do people paint fences?
A lot of homeowners do this because they are fed up of having to ask neighbours permission to paint or attach things thing to their fence.
Why do you stagger fence posts?
Stagger your fence posts so you are not digging up your neighbours
Can you build a fence on the side of your garden?
Yes, you can build a fence on either side of your garden next to your neighbour’s fence. Build your own fence next to the neighbours. If the fence is in your boundary then you are allowed to build a 2-metre high brick or wooden fence/wall.
Do you have to damage neighbours when you put up a fence?
If you are doing the fence or you hire a fence company to put up the fence, be sure not to damage the neighbours because guaranteed they will be watching like a hawk!
Which garden fence belongs to my property?
You may have heard that the fence you own is always the one on the left hand side.
Should I share the cost with my neighbour?
There is no legal obligation to share the cost of building a new fence.
Can I put a fence up without my neighbour's permission?
You cannot put up a fence on your neighbour's property without permission.
