Planning permission for garden fence?

March 1, 2023 by Steve in forum Planning Forum

#1502 Steve, 1 March 2023, 08:37

Hi,

I think the answer here is yes. Do I need planning permission if I want to take down a large (dying) 10' conifer hedge that runs the perimiter between our garden and public sidewalk and replace it with a fence. We're not looking to erect a 10' fence, 6'-7' would be sufficient.

Assuming the answer is yes, what's the feasibility of getting this through? Should I look into some professional pre planning support and feasibility?

Thanks

#1504 Damian, 1 March 2023, 19:28

On the assumption the sidewalk is not adjacent or forms part of a highway for vehicles, then you should be allowed to erect a fence or wall up to 2m.

However, this has come up before and there have also been quite a few Appeal cases where it has deemed a public footpath is still a considered a highway.

No reason for additional Planning support. It’s fairly straight forward. If in doubt, you could seek the Council’s informal Pre-application advice.

#1506 Steve, 1 March 2023, 20:34

Thanks.

Apologies, maybe I wasn't clear . The hedge runs along our garden perimiter directly adjacent to the footpath and road so is adjacent.

I looked at the pre planning guidance but for south glos that is still a couple hundred quid. Although all the documentation talks about building works, change in use, listed buildings etc and not mention of fences etc.

I'll try calling tomorrow and see how far I get.

Thanks.

#1507 Damian, 1 March 2023, 20:51

You’ll therefore require Planning for anything over 1m.

Reply to topic

All HTML, except <i>, <b>, <u> will require your topic to be moderated before it is publicly displayed.

Your Name:
Your Email Address:
 
Your Email Address will not be made public.
Topic Content:
 

Return to topic list | Return to forum list

The Partner Directory

Click on the logos below to find more about the services offered
 

Advertise here