Planning your fence or gate in Earlsdon
Before replacing a boundary fence in Earlsdon, 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.
- Adding trellis on top? Treat it as part of the fence height when checking the limits.
- Concrete posts and gravel boards don't rot at ground level.
- Closeboard copes with wind better than lightweight lap panels in exposed Earlsdon gardens.
- Postcode district
- CV5
- Planning and building control
- Coventry City Council
- From our West Bromwich base
- 19 miles
Which options suit homes in Earlsdon?
Concrete posts and gravel boards
Slotted concrete posts hold panels in place without rotting, and concrete gravel boards along the bottom keep timber clear of wet soil. Concrete posts are heavier to install and more noticeable than timber. Many people put them in when replacing panel fences, because new panels can then be slotted in later without disturbing the posts.
Closeboard fencing
Vertical featheredge boards nailed to horizontal rails fixed between posts, built in place along the boundary. Closeboard is stronger than panels, copes better with wind and can follow sloping ground more neatly. Damaged boards can be replaced one at a time. It costs more and takes longer to build, but it lasts longer in most gardens.
How much should you budget in Earlsdon?
Guide prices start at £60 and run to £230 per linear metre. 1.8 m closeboard fence with concrete posts and gravel boards, old fence removed: around £95–£135 per linear metre.
| 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. Access, parking and the state of what's there now can move the price — the survey settles it.
Fencing and gates in Earlsdon: common questions
How long does it take to replace a fence?
Most garden fences take one to three days, depending on length, post type and how hard the old posts are to remove. Closeboard takes longer than panels because it's built in place. Post concrete needs time to firm up before panels are fully loaded, which we allow for in the programme.
Which postcodes in Earlsdon do you work in?
We cover CV5 and the streets around them. If you're on the edge of Earlsdon, neighbouring Allesley and Tile Hill are covered too.
Do I need to tell my neighbour about a new fence?
It's not usually a legal requirement for a fence on your own land, but it's good practice and avoids disputes. If the fence is shared or ownership is unclear, agree the work in writing first. We may need access to their side for a short time, so a quick conversation before we start helps.
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.
Also covering nearby
- Fencing and gates in Allesley
- Fencing and gates in Tile Hill
- Fencing and gates in Meriden
- Fencing and gates in Balsall Common
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Email sales@skjhomeimprovements.co.uk with your address in Earlsdon and the rough length of fence you need.