Do I Need Planning Permission for a Fence in Oxfordshire?

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In most cases, you do not need planning permission to put up a fence at your property in Oxfordshire. However, UK planning rules set clear height limits and location-based restrictions that homeowners must follow.

Understanding these rules before installing or replacing fencing can help you avoid enforcement issues or costly changes later.

When Planning Permission Is Required

You will usually need planning permission if any of the following apply:

Fence height exceeds limits

Over 2 metres high anywhere on your boundary

Over 1 metre high if the fence borders a road, pavement, footpath, or highway used by vehicles

Fence height exceeds limits

Your home is listed

Your property is in a conservation area

The fence fronts a public highway or shared access

In these cases, additional local planning controls may apply, even if the fence height appears compliant.

When Planning Permission Is Not Required

You typically do not need planning permission if:

The fence is 2 metres high or less

The fence is 1 metre high or less when adjacent to a road or footpath

The fence sits between private gardens and does not obstruct visibility

The property is not listed and not in a designated protected area

These rules cover the majority of residential fencing projects across Oxfordshire.

Special Considerations in Oxfordshire

You typically do not need planning permission if:

The fence is 2 metres high or less

The fence is 1 metre high or less when adjacent to a road or footpath

The fence sits between private gardens and does not obstruct visibility

The property is not listed and not in a designated protected area

These rules cover the majority of residential fencing projects across Oxfordshire.

Our Advice for Oxfordshire Homeowners

Before installing or replacing fencing, we recommend:

Confirming boundary positions

Checking fence height relative to roads or footpaths

Verifying whether your property is listed or in a conservation area

Speaking to your local council if unsure

As a local fencing contractor working across Oxfordshire, we regularly advise homeowners on compliant fence installations and can help ensure your project meets current planning rules.