Fencing and gates in Four Oaks: approvals and local details
Before replacing a boundary fence in Four Oaks, confirm who owns it — your deeds often show this — and agree the line with your neighbour. Planning permission from Birmingham City Council is only needed above 2 m, or above 1 m beside a road.
- Your title plan may show who is responsible for each boundary.
- Adding trellis on top? Treat it as part of the fence height when checking the limits.
- Fences next to a road or the footpath beside it are limited to 1 m without planning permission.
- Postcode districts
- B74, B75
- Planning and building control
- Birmingham City Council
- From our West Bromwich base
- 8 miles
Which options suit homes in Four Oaks?
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.
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.
What does your fence or gate cost in Four Oaks?
Prices in Four Oaks match the rest of our area: £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.
| 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. Your fixed price for the agreed specification follows a free survey at your Four Oaks address.
Your questions answered
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.
Do you cover Four Oaks?
Yes. Four Oaks (B74, B75) is about 8 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 should I do before the fence goes up?
Clear plants, pots and sheds back from the boundary by about a metre if you can, and lift anything you want to keep. Talk to your neighbour about access and the work. If you know where drains, cables or pipes run near the boundary, tell us at survey.
Does Birmingham 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 Birmingham City Council.
Nearby places we cover
- Fencing and gates in Sutton Coldfield
- Fencing and gates in Streetly
- Fencing and gates in Shenstone
- Fencing and gates in Walmley
Other work we do in Four Oaks
- Rendering in Four Oaks
- Patios in Four Oaks
- Driveways in Four Oaks
- Knock-through walls in Four Oaks
- Bi-fold and patio doors in Four Oaks
- Wet rooms in Four Oaks
Fence down after a storm? Call 0800 088 6248 and we'll come and measure your boundaries in Four Oaks.