How close to the highway can I build a fence?
2 Answers from MyBuilder Fencers. With it being right at the edge of the pavement you can only go up to 1m in height. If 2m or more away from a highway (footpath/road/cycleway etc) then you can go up to 2m in height. Anything outside those rules needs planning permission.
How high can a fence be next to a public footpath?
You need planning permission if your fence height including trellis exceeds 2 metres (6.56ft) above ground level. If your fence height is higher that 1 metre (3.28ft) and you live next to a highway used by vehicles or the pedestrian footpath of such highway, then you need planning permission.
Can you fence off a public footpath?
A public footpath runs along the boundary line of my property. Am I able to fence along the side of the property, leaving the path unobstructed but maintaining our privacy? Yes, you can put up a fence. But you can’t put a structure across the path.
Can I put a fence in front of a hedge?
You could put solid fence panels if you want to, but the “downside” of this may well be that the hedge gets less rainwater and less sunshine, and may grow more slowly as a result.
Can I put electric wire on my fence?
We’re frequently asked, “Can I put an electric fence in my garden?”, to which the answer is “yes”. This type of fencing is being used in towns and cities to keep out foxes and badgers and to protect lawns, and prized fruit and veg from other busy visitors. People also use it to keep pets in gardens.
Can you put barbed wire on a public footpath?
Barbed wire can be a particular hazard to PROW users and is not acceptable on or near a public right of way if it is likely to be injurious to persons or animals using the highway. Barbed wire should not be fixed on the public right of way side of the fence, it should always be on the field side.
Can you build a pergola next to a fence?
Technically, you can still attach a pergola to your fence assuming the fence is built to specification. When attaching a pergola to a fence it should be done so properly with four strong posts and metal fasteners.
Do you need planning permission for an 8-foot fence?
You will not need to apply for planning permission to take down a fence, wall,or gate, or to alter, maintain or improve an existing fence, wall or gate (no matter how high) so long as there is no increase in its height.
How tall can a fence be next to a highway?
We’ve read the permitted planning rules and know the rule ” If the fence would be over 1 metre high and next to a highway used by vehicles (or the footpath of such a highway)”.
What are the procedures for fencing right of way?
The procedures for fencing highway right-of-way are in Right of Way Manual Vol. 2 – Right of Way Acquisition. Where additional right-of-way is not required for construction of improvements of existing highways, right-of-way (property) fencing is the responsibility of the land owner.
Do you need planning permission to put a fence near the road?
There are a few houses near us that have fences right at the edge of the pavement. Would I need planning permission? I wouldn’t be blocking the view of the road for cars or anyone’s property.
What are my legal rights when erecting a fence?
If the fence is his boundry then its his choice to stay if it stays or goes. you could put one up right next to it which he cant stop but you would loose 4 inches also make sure you stay below 2mtrs in height or you will need planning.