How high can I build a wall in my garden?

A garden wall in brick or stone may be more expensive than a fence, but it’ll weather attractively and last a lifetime. You’ll need planning permission for any wall over 1 metre high on the edge of a public highway, and for any free-standing wall over 2 metres high.

Do I need building regulations for a garden wall?

Building Regulations: General Information Fences, walls and gates do not require building regulation approval. Although building regulations do not apply, the structures must be structurally sound and maintained. A planning consultant may help with the smooth running of your garden project.

How tall can you build a wall without planning permission?

Planning permission is necessary for any fence, gate, or wall: Next to a road and over 1 metre high. Over 2 metres and not next to a road.

How high can my garden wall be UK?

it is to be built elsewhere (for example, at the rear or at the side of a garden) and it is to be more than 2m in height; the right to construct a wall has been overridden by an earlier planning condition; the right to construct a wall has been overridden by an ‘Article 4 direction’.

Can I build a 2 Metre wall?

If your fence/wall is more than 2 metres in height you would need planning permission. You will need planning permission if your home is subject to an article 4 direction or a planning condition applies to your property*. Your house is a listed building or within the curtilage of a listed building.

Can I put a fence up without my Neighbours permission UK?

As long as it’s not higher than 2m, your neighbour is free to put up a fence on their property. If you have an issue with the fence, you should always try to resolve the situation in an informal way. If you can’t come to an agreement, you can hire a mediator or a solicitor to help.

Can I build against my Neighbours wall?

The short answer is “yes, subject to serving a valid notice and following the processes set out in The Party Wall Act. The party wall act only applies to “structures” (ie: a wall with a foundation), it does not apply to timber fences or other screens.

What are the regulations for a garden wall?

Although building regulations do not apply, the structures must be structurally sound and maintained. If the garden wall is classed as a ‘party fence wall’, and depending on the type of building work you intend to carry out, then you must notify the adjoining owner of the work in respect of the Party Walls Act etc 1996.

Are there restrictions on the height of walls?

Any walls that are not part of a house or extension are unlikely to be controlled by building regulations unless these provide support to the foundations of another building. Many local councils will have restrictions on the height of walls and fences and you should check with your local Planning team before you start any work.

Can a garden wall be classed as a party fence?

If the garden wall is classed as a ‘party fence wall’, and depending on the type of building work you intend to carry out, then you must notify the adjoining owner of the work in respect of the Party Walls Act etc 1996. This does not include wooden fences.

Why does it cost so much to build a garden wall?

Other factors which will increase the cost include ease of access. If building a wall in the rear garden and all the bricks and other material have to be carried through the house, this could add many hours to the job. The cost of the bricks will also make a big difference to the total building costs,…