Fencing and gates in Binley

Fencing and gates in Binley: approvals and local details

Before replacing a boundary fence in Binley, confirm who owns it — your deeds often show this — and agree the line with your neighbour. Planning permission from Coventry City Council is only needed above 2 m, or above 1 m beside a road.

Fences next to a road or the footpath beside it are limited to 1 m without planning permission.
Elsewhere in the garden, fences and gates can be up to 2 m high under permitted development.
Adding trellis on top? Treat it as part of the fence height when checking the limits.

Postcode district: CV3
Planning and building control: Coventry City Council
From our West Bromwich base: 23 miles

Options to consider in Binley

Slatted and composite fencing

Horizontal slatted timber gives a modern look and lets some air and light through, which suits contemporary gardens. Composite fencing, made from wood fibre and plastic, doesn't need painting or treating and won't rot. Both cost more than standard fences, and composite systems have their own posts and fixings.

Side gates and driveway gates

Side gates add security to the path at the side of the house, and driveway gates in timber or metal close off the front. Gates need strong posts, hinges and latches, and wide gates need drop bolts or a centre stop. Driveway gates shouldn't open outwards over the pavement, so they're hung to open inwards.

Guide prices for Binley

For a home in Binley, our guide range is £60–£230 per linear metre. 1.8 m closeboard fence with concrete posts and gravel boards, old fence removed: usually £95–£135 per linear metre.

Guide prices for fencing and gates
Option	Guide price	Good to know
Panel fencing with concrete posts	£60 – £95 per linear metre	1.8 m panels, quick to fit
Closeboard with concrete posts	£90 – £135 per linear metre	Stronger, better in exposed gardens
Slatted or composite fencing	£140 – £230 per linear metre	Contemporary look, less upkeep

Guide ranges include VAT where it applies. We confirm a fixed price for the agreed specification after visiting.

Fencing and gates in Binley: common questions

Concrete or timber posts: which is better?

Concrete posts don't rot, so they usually outlast timber posts, and new panels can be slotted in later without replacing them. Timber posts look softer and suit closeboard and some gate posts, but they eventually rot at ground level. In exposed gardens, concrete posts with closeboard or heavy panels are the most robust choice.

Do you cover Binley?

Yes. Binley (CV3) is about 23 miles from our West Bromwich base and inside the area we cover. Call 0800 088 6248 or send the form on this page to book a free survey.

What guarantee comes with a new fence?

The panels, posts and treated timber carry their manufacturers' guarantees, and the terms for your fence are set out in your quote. Treated timber guarantees often depend on how cuts are treated and how the timber is used, so it's worth reading those conditions. Keep your quote and paperwork in case you need them later.

Does Coventry City Council need to approve my fence or gate?

Not for a fence or gate up to 2 m high, or 1 m beside a road used by vehicles. Above those heights, or around a listed building, check with Coventry City Council.

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Other home improvements in Binley

Fence down after a storm? Call 0800 088 6248 and we'll come and measure your boundaries in Binley.