Can a Neighbour remove a fence between our properties?

Unless the property owners agree otherwise, fences on a boundary line belong to both owners when both are using the fence. Both owners are responsible for keeping the fence in good repair, and neither may remove it without the other’s permission.

Can my Neighbour remove fence between our properties UK?

Your neighbour doesn’t have to change a wall or fence just because you want them to, for example making it higher for privacy. You can’t make changes to your side without their permission, such as painting it. If they don’t repair it, you can report a dangerous wall or structure to your council on GOV.UK.

Do I have to put up a boundary fence?

You should be aware that they are not legally obliged to put up a garden fence on their boundary at all. Unless the existing fence is causing a safety hazard on your side, there’s very little you can do to force your neighbour to repair or replace it if they don’t want to.

Can I make my Neighbour repair their fence?

Unless the existing fence is causing a safety hazard on your side, there’s very little you can do to force your neighbour to repair or replace it if they don’t want to. This is understandably frustrating for you, watching the fence leaning, rotting or falling apart, but legally your hands are tied.

Can a Neighbour put fence posts in my garden?

Only the owner of the fence may make any changes to it, even where the other side of the fence is on neighbouring property. This means that if you erect a fence in your garden, your neighbour must ask for permission before painting or staining their side of it.

How do I stop being overlooked by my Neighbours?

Garden Privacy Ideas: 5 Tips to Stop You Being Overlooked

1. Garden privacy screens. Garden screening is a simple, quick and attractive way to shield off part of your garden.
2. Hanging sail shades.
3. Living wall.
4. Privacy planting.
5. Sound barriers.