Other land
A fence may be built on the common boundary of adjoining properties.
A dividing fence is a structure, ditch or embankment, or a hedge, which encloses or creates a boundary around land. It may be continuous or it may extend along the entire boundary separating the land of neighbours. A dividing fence includes:
While a dividing fence will normally be on common boundary of adjoining properties, a fence separating your and your neighbour’s properties which is constructed on a line other than the common boundary will also be a dividing fence if it is impracticable to construct a fence entirely on the boundary because of natural physical features – for example, a stream or rock outcrop.
A dividing fence does not include:
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A fence may be built on the common boundary of adjoining properties.
A dividing fence is a structure, ditch or embankment, or a hedge, which encloses or creates a boundary around land. It may be continuous or it may extend along the entire boundary separating the land of neighbours. A dividing fence includes:
- A gate, cattle grid or apparatus necessary for the operation of the fence;
- A natural or artificial watercourse separating the land of adjoining owners; and
- A foundation or support built solely for the support and maintenance of the dividing fence.
While a dividing fence will normally be on common boundary of adjoining properties, a fence separating your and your neighbour’s properties which is constructed on a line other than the common boundary will also be a dividing fence if it is impracticable to construct a fence entirely on the boundary because of natural physical features – for example, a stream or rock outcrop.
A dividing fence does not include:
- A retaining wall (i.e. a structure erected to support an excavated or filled embankment); or
- A wall that is part of a house, garage or other building.
Select the topic below that best describes the type of structure on your property: