Main points
- A blank fence may violate regulations if it creates shade or ventilation problems for neighbors.
- To avoid conflicts, it is recommended to coordinate the installation of the fence with your neighbors.
What is a blind fence / Photo by Pexels
A solid fence is called a deaf fence. That is, without gaps, holes, and cracks. In fact, such a design provides complete privacy. However, it is important to know the nuances of installing such a fence.
Is it possible to put a blind fence near the house?
There is no ban on installing a blind fence. However, it may still violate current regulations.
If we rely on Part 1 of Article 103 of the Land Code of Ukraine, it turns out that landowners are obliged to use the land in such a way as not to create inconvenience to neighbors. In particular, this concerns shadow and noise.
A blind fence may violate these requirements, for example, if it creates a solid shadow or disrupts ventilation.
Please note! In this case, the neighbors have the right to even file a lawsuit. And then a decision will be made in court regarding your fence. And this entails significant financial and time costs.
The best way to avoid trouble is to prepare for installing the fence. To do this, you need to:
- coordinate the installation of the fence with the neighbors;
- It is best to put these agreements in writing;
- To ensure that you avoid problems, at the planning stage, you need to choose a design that does not create discomfort for your neighbors.
As lawyers say, before installing a fence, it is worth checking the cadastral plan of the site. It is equally important to clarify the coordinates of the boundaries, as they must be strictly adhered to, reports the “Government Portal”.
What else is important to know before installing a fence?
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DBN determines the permissible height of the fence. These maximums must be observed. For example, between neighbors it is 2 meters.
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But on the street side, the fence can be higher. In this case, the maximum is 2.5 meters.
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It is impossible to legalize a higher fence. It will have to be modified or replaced completely.