Can you put trellis up on Neighbours fence?

2 Answers from MyBuilder Fencers. Your neighbour has no right to touch your fence, never mind fixing trellis to it. A solicitors letter will do the trick but if you are good neighbours, a quiet word should be sufficient.

Is a Neighbour allowed to attach things to my fence?

If the attachment is on his/her side of the fence, then yes your neighbor may attach something, as long as that something does not damage your side of the fence. Commonly, fences are built along property lines. On one side of the fence is your property, while the other side is on your neighbor’s property.

Can I grow climbers up my Neighbours fence?

If you grow creeping vines on the side of a fence that belongs to your neighbour, you must ask permission to trim them (which is almost always granted).

Do I need planning permission to put up a trellis?

The key question to answer is: do I need planning permission when adding trellis to my fence or wall? If the fence is next to a highway used by vehicles, or the footpath of such highway, then yes, you need to apply for planning permission if it would be over 1 metre high after the extension.

Is trellis classed as a fence?

Your council treats a trellis as a fence only if it’s physically attached to your fence. Although rare, such regulation will require you to install a free-standing trellis with its own upright support in order to make use of its height.

Can you attach trellis to a Neighbour’s fence UK?

Unless your neighbour agrees, you cannot: paint, stain or varnish your neighbour’s fence to make it a more attractive colour; attach trellis or some other system to support plants that you wish to grow up your side of your neighbour’s fence.

How high can my Neighbours trellis be?

There is no legal difference between trellis and fencing. So – in theory – the height of your trellis must be no more than 2 metres.

Is a trellis considered a fence?

Is trellis included in fence height?

The maximum height legislation for fencing is always inclusive of the trellis. In other words, if the maximum height for any boundary fence or garden walls is 2 metres, then the wall and the trellis must be a maximum of 2 metres in total.

Can you put a trellis on top of a fence?

Many homeowners believe that a trellis is not a fence and can be added on top of 6.6 feet or 2-meter fence. We all love our privacy but breaking the law on the height restriction will result in a removal order by your local council.

What is the maximum height of a trellis in a garden?

Your council treats a trellis as a fence or a garden wall. In this case, the total height of your fence and trellis should not exceed 2 metres; Your council treats a trellis as a “temporary structure”.

Can I put a fence next to my neighbours fence?

Erect your own fence right next to the neighbour’s one. So long as you adhere to the allowed garden wall height regulations and it’s standing on your property, you should be fine. The case here is that the fence belongs to your neighbour and he does not want it to reach the height limit.

How do I report damage to a trellis on my fence?

A trellis is heavy and must be secured correctly to a post for it to last any strong winds. This extra weight will cause stress on your fence and could weaken the frame and posts, especially if screws are added into your posts to holdup a trellis. To report damage or a fence above 6.6 feet (2metres) then contact your local council.