Which Neighbour is responsible for the garden fence?

The transfer or conveyance deed might state who owns it, but if it’s not in writing, then look out for any T-mark to the boundaries. The stalk of the ‘T’ will sit on the boundary and come out into your garden or property, which means that fence is your responsibility.

Can my Neighbour put things on my fence?

The short answer to this question is, of course, “no”. If you own the fence and you have not granted your neighbour permission to do so, they are not allowed to attach or nail things to your fence.

Can my Neighbour stop me changing my fence?

It is important to know that your neighbours are not legally obliged to fix or replace a fence, unless it is causing a safety issue. If you find yourself in the unfortunate position where your neighbours are refusing to take any action on their damaged fence, a final option may be to erect a new fence on your own land.

Can you put stuff on a neighbour’s fence?

If the fence is within their boundary line and they own the fence then you cannot attach stuff to your neighbour’s fence. But, if the fence is on the boundary line, then it is a jointly owned fence and you can attach stuff. Be sure to take pictures just in case they are needed. Good luck!

How tall is the fence in my neighbours garden?

The fence on the southern boundary is our neighbours’ and the base is about 3ft above the ground level of our garden the fence is at their head height.

Why does my neighbour’s fence Make my Garden Dark?

My neighbour’s fence makes my garden very dark beacuse his fence is high and his garden is on higher land than mine.

Can a fence be over a boundary line?

fence or posts should always be placed against the boundary (not over it). If your fencing needs any type of footing to secure it, the footing is allowed to be partly beneath your neighbour’s land. According to the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, this does not constitute encroachment. This is a common problem.

If the fence is within their boundary line and they own the fence then you cannot attach stuff to your neighbour’s fence. But, if the fence is on the boundary line, then it is a jointly owned fence and you can attach stuff. Be sure to take pictures just in case they are needed. Good luck!

fence or posts should always be placed against the boundary (not over it). If your fencing needs any type of footing to secure it, the footing is allowed to be partly beneath your neighbour’s land. According to the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, this does not constitute encroachment. This is a common problem.

Do you have to give your neighbour permission to build a wall?

You shouldn’t make any changes to walls or fences without their permission. Before you can solve the problem, you need to know where the boundary between your homes is. This will help you to understand whose property the wall or fence is on or whether it’s shared between you.

Can a neighbour attach a trellis to their fence?

Trellis requires smaller supports so it can stand independent There are no easy fixes to this solution, so explain to your neighbour that you will not damage or fix anything heavy enough that it will cause any damage to their fence or wall.