Fencing Brisbane Northside

In most cases, you do not need council approval to build a fence in Brisbane City Council if your fence meets specific criteria. According to Brisbane City Council regulations, building and planning approvals are generally not required for front, side, or rear boundary fences if the fence:

• Is associated with a dwelling house or other residential use.
• Is less than two meters high.
• Is not a swimming pool fence (as these have their own specific requirements).
• Is not part of a retaining wall.
• Does not restrict water run-off from adjoining properties.

However, if your proposed fence does not meet these criteria or if it is part of a proposal to build a new dwelling house on a small lot, a multiple dwelling, or is in an area with specific neighbourhood plans or overlays, you may need to contact the council for advice.

In Brisbane City Council, the standard height limit for a residential fence is 2 metres along the side and rear boundaries. For front fences, the height limit is generally 1.2 metres. If you wish to build a fence taller than these limits, you may need to apply for council approval. Always refer to the latest council regulations or contact the council directly for specific requirements.

Yes, you can share the cost of a boundary fence with your neighbour. Under Queensland law, neighbours are typically required to equally share the costs for constructing and maintaining a dividing fence. Start by discussing the fence with your neighbour to agree on the type, height, and materials. Provide a written notice detailing the proposed fence and costs.

If your neighbour refuses to contribute, you can issue a Notice to Fence and, if necessary, seek mediation or a tribunal decision to resolve the dispute.

Both colorbond and timber fences have their own advantages, and the best choice depends on your specific needs and preferences:

Colorbond Fences: Known for their durability, low maintenance, and modern look. They are resistant to rust, termites, and fire, making them a long-lasting option. Colorbond fences also come in a variety of colours to suit different aesthetics.

Timber Fences: Provide a natural and warm appearance that many homeowners find appealing. They can be customised with different styles and finishes. However, timber fences require more maintenance, such as painting or staining, and are susceptible to termites and weathering over time.

Consider factors like your budget, desired aesthetic, and maintenance preferences when choosing between the two. Need more professional insights? Contact us today and we can discuss your ideas!

We service the entire Brisbane northside including the inner city suburbs and northern suburbs. Additionally, we also service the city of Moreton Bay including the urban and rural suburbs.

Here is the complete list of our serviced areas:

INNER SUBURBS
Bowen Hills – Brisbane CBD – East Brisbane – Fortitude Valley – Herston – Highgate Hill – Kangaroo Point – Kelvin Grove – New Farm – Newstead – Paddington – Petrie Terrace – Red Hill – South Brisbane – Spring Hill – Teneriffe – West End – Woolloongabba

NORTHERN SUBURBS
Albion – Alderley – Ascot – Aspley – Bald Hills – Banyo – Boondall – Bracken Ridge – Bridgeman Downs – Brighton – Brisbane Airport – Carseldine – Chermside – Chermside West – Clayfield – Deagon – Eagle Farm – Everton Park – Ferny Grove – Fitzgibbon – Gaythorne – Geebung – Gordon Park – Grange – Hamilton – Hendra – Kalinga – Kedron – Keperra – Lutwyche – McDowall – Mitchelton – Myrtletown – Newmarket – Northgate – Nudgee – Nudgee Beach – Nundah – Pinkenba – Sandgate – Shorncliffe – Stafford – Stafford Heights – Taigum – Virginia – Wavell Heights – Wilston – Windsor – Wooloowin – Zillmere

MORETON BAY URBAN SUBURBS
Albany Creek – Arana Hills – Banksia Beach – Beachmere – Bellara – Bongaree – Bray Park – Brendale – Bunya – Burpengary – Caboolture – Caboolture South – Cashmere – Clontarf – Dakabin – Deception Bay – Eatons Hill – Elimbah – Everton Hills – Ferny Hills – Godwin Beach – Griffin – Joyner – Kallangur – Kippa-Ring – Kurwongbah – Lawnton – Mango Hill – Margate – Moodlu – Morayfield – Murrumba Downs – Narangba – Newport – Ningi – North Lakes – Petrie – Redcliffe – Rothwell – Sandstone Point – Scarborough – Strathpine – Upper Caboolture – Warner – Whiteside – Woody Point – Woorim

MORETON BAY RURAL SUBURBS
Armstrong Creek – Bellmere – Bellthorpe – Booroobin – Bracalba – Camp Mountain – Campbells Pocket – Cedar Creek – Cedarton – Clear Mountain – Closeburn – Commissioners Flat – Coymbia – D’Aguilar – Dayboro – Delaneys Creek – Donnybrook – Draper – Greenstone – Highvale – Jollys Lookout – King Scrub – Kobble Creek – Laceys Creek – Lilywood – Meldale – Moorina – Mount Delaney – Mount Glorious – Mount Mee – Mount Nebo – Mount Pleasant – Mount Samson – Neurum – Ocean View – Rocksberg – Rush Creek – Samford Valley – Samford Village – Samsonvale – Stanmore – Stony Creek – Toorbul – Wagtail Grove – Wamuran Basin – Wamuran – Waraba – Welsby – White Patch – Wights Mountain – Woodford – Yugar