Paint neighbour's fence?

Am I allowed to paint on the side of my neighbour’s fencing that is in my garden?

Asked by Claire Kate on 25th Nov 2020
Expert Trade Answers
"Hi there is no problem in painting your side of the fence if it is getting into a bad state you could always ask the owner who will say I don’t mind so yes 100% you can paint fence"
Answered on 25th Nov 2020 - Member since Sep 2019 - report
"Yes as long as it is facing your property then you are allowed to paint it without permission it’s tecnically yours"
Answered on 25th Nov 2020 - Member since Sep 2020 - report
"You would need to consult your neighbour before painting."
Answered on 25th Nov 2020 - Member since Oct 2019 - report
"You can't make changes to your side without their permission"
Answered on 25th Nov 2020 - Member since Apr 2020 - report
"Always best just to chat to your neighbours you don’t want an argument when it can be avoided"
Answered on 25th Nov 2020 - Member since Aug 2019 - report
"You can paint the fence but its always best to ask as paint does run on the other side why not paint both sides you do yours they do theirs"
Answered on 25th Nov 2020 - Member since Feb 2018 - report
"Hi yes as long as the face is your side you can paint the fence and maintain it"
Answered on 25th Nov 2020 - Member since Nov 2020 - report
"Yes, I would recommend discussing with your neighbour about using the same colour on both sides so the colour doesn't bleed onto their side."
Answered on 1st Aug 2024 - Member since Jul 2024 - report
"Yes you can as it’s facing your property but it’s always good to ask the owner"
Answered on 26th May 2022 - Member since Oct 2018 - report
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