Fencing and gates in Water Orton

Planning your fence or gate in Water Orton

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

Driveway gates should open inwards, not out over the pavement.
Fences next to a road or the footpath beside it are limited to 1 m without planning permission.
Your title plan may show who is responsible for each boundary.

Postcode district: B46
Planning and building control: North Warwickshire Borough Council
From our West Bromwich base: 11 miles

Options to consider in Water Orton

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.

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.

How much should you budget in Water Orton?

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.

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.

Questions about fencing and gates in Water Orton

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.

Which postcodes in Water Orton do you work in?

We cover B46 and the streets around them. If you're on the edge of Water Orton, neighbouring Coleshill and Castle Bromwich are covered too.

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.

Will I need permission from the council in Water Orton?

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 North Warwickshire Borough Council.

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Your free fencing survey in Water Orton ends with an itemised quote, with every gate priced on its own line.