Wall replacement
July 2, 2025 by Neil in forum Planning Forum
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#2523 Neil, 2 July 2025, 13:56
Hello,
My son has a 5 foot single width brick wall on 2 sides of his property for which he is responsible, built circa 1978. The wall has deteriorated, and the entity with the benefit of a covenant regarding the wall (Heron) has no objection to its replacement with some form of fencing, but suggested that contact be made with the Local Planning Authority to ensure they have no issues.
The wall, being single skin cannot be replaced like for like as the height exceeds Government recommendations, and a more robust brick wall is simply unaffordable.
The hope was, that a high quality timber or metal fence would be acceptable.
The Council was however non committal, and simply said that a formal approach was required, which of course costs money.
Has anyone had a similar issue please? If we have to go down the formal route then so be it, but there are so many properties in our area where bad and potentially dangerous walls have been replaced with panel fencing, even when adjacent to brick walls exist, so the Council doesn't appear to be vigilant on the matter.
My son has a 5 foot single width brick wall on 2 sides of his property for which he is responsible, built circa 1978. The wall has deteriorated, and the entity with the benefit of a covenant regarding the wall (Heron) has no objection to its replacement with some form of fencing, but suggested that contact be made with the Local Planning Authority to ensure they have no issues.
The wall, being single skin cannot be replaced like for like as the height exceeds Government recommendations, and a more robust brick wall is simply unaffordable.
The hope was, that a high quality timber or metal fence would be acceptable.
The Council was however non committal, and simply said that a formal approach was required, which of course costs money.
Has anyone had a similar issue please? If we have to go down the formal route then so be it, but there are so many properties in our area where bad and potentially dangerous walls have been replaced with panel fencing, even when adjacent to brick walls exist, so the Council doesn't appear to be vigilant on the matter.
#2524 Damian, 2 July 2025, 18:13
What is the LPA’s objection to a non-masonry wall?
#2525 Neil, 3 July 2025, 11:41
Hi Damian
They haven't said yes or no, simply that we have to consult with them. Its a means of generating income I guess, but there's nothing in their policies I can see which specifically preclude changing the type of wall, and as it appears to be quite a common practice they don't appear to be bothered about it.
They haven't said yes or no, simply that we have to consult with them. Its a means of generating income I guess, but there's nothing in their policies I can see which specifically preclude changing the type of wall, and as it appears to be quite a common practice they don't appear to be bothered about it.
#2526 Damian, 3 July 2025, 14:46
Anything over 1m which is adjacent to the highway requires Planning. That application would then be determined under current policies. If there is already a precedent in the area, then that may help. However, each application is determined on its own merits. Should the application be refused, you have the option to Appeal.
#2528 Neil, 4 July 2025, 09:37
Thanks Damian,
The wall(s) are actually side and rear and adjoin a footpath to the rear, and open space to the side.
Presumably as a footpath is deemed a public highway, then as a minimum, formal consultation with the planning Authority is required.
The wall(s) are actually side and rear and adjoin a footpath to the rear, and open space to the side.
Presumably as a footpath is deemed a public highway, then as a minimum, formal consultation with the planning Authority is required.
#2529 Damian, 4 July 2025, 14:10
That is correct and limited to 1m without Planning.
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