Building fences

Fencing contractors and residents who are planning to erect fences around the boundary of an allotment need to observe maximum height restrictions.

If you intend to exceed these height restrictions you will need to apply for a building permit and report and consent approval.

Fence heights

Front fence heights are determined by the type of road that the fence is facing and whether it is a corner allotment. All heights should be measured vertically above natural ground level or a footpath if one is present. A building permit is not required for front fences.

Declared road frontage: maximum height of 2.0 m

A declared road is one that is controlled and maintained by Vic Roads. They are coloured red or green in the Bendigo street directory.

Fences on street corners: maximum height of 1.0 m

Any fence that is within 9 metres of a point of intersection of two streets can only be constructed to a maximum height of 1 metre regardless of the road type. The point of intersection is where the property boundary meets the road reserve.

Side fences

Side fences within 3 metres of the front allotment boundary, which is not a corner block, cannot exceed the maximum allowable front fence height for that property allotment.

Brick or masonry fences: maximum height  of 1.2 m

Brick or masonry fences, regardless of street type, can only be constructed to a maximum height of 1.2 metres without a building permit, unless it is within 9 metres of an intersection, then the maximum height of 1 metre applies.