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Fencing

In council property, had large conifers I put in years ago,taken down.Now had fence put up

Anonymous user 19/06/2026 - 8.21 AM

Concrete fence, with concrete gravel boards total height 5ft. Back Garden slopes , they had put pieces of wood in gaps. My side of garden has always been higher ,plus their is a thin line of plinth running between the gardens. But fence is definitely on my side. Neighbour has always complained of my soil going on her side when it rains. Now she doesn't like the fence. Bad side is facing her, and complaining she can't stand to look at the wood. Between the gaps. Only finished 3 days ago. I have contacted the landscaper to come and put extra gravel boards down.instead of wood. Council property. What else can I do IDo I have to have good side facing her??

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2 Answers

ADR Property Maintenance

Rating: 5 out of 5

Boston

In short no it's your fence just some people will have the good side on the neighbours side as a courtesy

Answered17 June 2026

Woodstone Landscaping & Building limited

Rating: 5 out of 5

Leeds

I agree with the answer given. If the fence is entirely on your property, there is generally no legal requirement for the “good side” to face your neighbour. While many people choose to install fencing with the finished side facing outwards as a courtesy, it is not normally a legal obligation. In this case, the fence was installed to address concerns about soil movement between the gardens due to the difference in ground levels. The owner has also already arranged for the temporary timber infill to be replaced with additional gravel boards, which should provide a more permanent and visually consistent finish. Provided the fence is within the property boundary and complies with any relevant planning or tenancy requirements, there is little else that can reasonably be expected. Maintaining a good dialogue with the neighbour and completing the planned improvements is likely the best course of action. Simon Katz Mobile 07423 700401 Woodstone

Answered19 June 2026