Fencing and gates in Kings Norton

Fencing and gates in Kings Norton: approvals and local details

Fences and gates up to 2 metres high don't usually need planning permission in Kings Norton; next to a road used by vehicles the limit is 1 metre. Above those heights, or around a listed building, check with Birmingham City Council first.

The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 doesn't cover timber fences, only masonry boundary walls.
Fences next to a road or the footpath beside it are limited to 1 m without planning permission.
Driveway gates should open inwards, not out over the pavement.

Postcode district: B38
Planning and building control: Birmingham City Council
From our West Bromwich base: 9 miles

Options to consider in Kings Norton

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.

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.

Fencing and gates prices in Kings Norton

Expect to budget between £60 and £230 per linear metre in Kings Norton. 1.8 m closeboard fence with concrete posts and gravel boards, old fence removed: typically £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. Access, parking and the state of what's there now can move the price — the survey settles it.

Fencing and gates in Kings Norton: common questions

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.

How do I book a survey in Kings Norton?

Send the form on this page, use the guide-price tool or call 0800 088 6248 free. We'll ask a few questions about your fence or gate and arrange a time to visit.

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.

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.

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Other work we do in Kings Norton

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