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Maximum fence height on sloping ground
Our garden isn’t level and we want to put up a fence along the back. Does the 2 metre height rule still apply if the ground slopes?
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"Hello Lauren,
The maximum fence height without planning permission is generally 2 metres (around 6ft 6in) in a back garden, or 1 metre (around 3ft 3in) if it’s next to a road or footpath. On sloping ground, the measurement is always taken from the lowest natural ground level on either side of the fence.
If you’re considering anything higher, planning permission would usually be required.
Best regards,
Ain Builders"
The maximum fence height without planning permission is generally 2 metres (around 6ft 6in) in a back garden, or 1 metre (around 3ft 3in) if it’s next to a road or footpath. On sloping ground, the measurement is always taken from the lowest natural ground level on either side of the fence.
If you’re considering anything higher, planning permission would usually be required.
Best regards,
Ain Builders"
Answered on 27th Aug 2025 - Member since Feb 2025 -
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"Maximum fence height without planning permission is 1980mm in Scotland, some cases can be different is your house backs on to busy motorways,roads etc"
Answered on 27th Aug 2025 - Member since Jul 2024 -
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