Please make sure you have the correct permissions before the installation of any of our products.
You will need planning permission in the following situations:
You will not need planning permission for the following situations:
What about my neighbours?
You may wish to inform your neighbours of any work you are having done that could cause noise or other disturbances to their properties out of courtesy. There are instances where you must inform your neighbours of your plans to install gates and railings and have their permission to do so.
For Boundary Railings
If you intend to put railings astride the boundary line then you must inform your neighbour of your proposals in writing. They need to reply to your letter within fourteen days.
For Gates and Railings on Your Property
If you are putting gates or railings up entirely on your property then you do not have to inform your neighbours, although you may still wish to do so. Please allow approximately 250-300mm square for concreting gate posts in and 150-200mm for railing posts.
Most posts are set to a depth of 500mm or less which is not usually a problem. However, if your proposed gate or railing is within 3 metres of your neighbour's wall and you think that you will be excavating below the depth of their foundations then you must write to them and give them notice of your intentions.
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