My neighbour has constructed a fence that blocks off my right of access to the rear of my property; can the Planning Department do anything about this?
The Planning Department cannot become involved in and has no power to take action regarding matters relating to access rights. If a neighbour has fenced off part of their garden or a shared private drive over which you believe you have a right of access, you should seek legal advice from a solicitor/legal advisor about how to pursue the matter. Similarly, if your neighbour constructs a fence or wall over a public footpath or a public right of way, the Planning Department does not have the power to take any action in respect of the encroachment. The Council’s Highways Department may be able to investigate development that appears to encroach onto a public footpath, and the Countryside and Rights of Way Department may be able to look into any alleged obstruction of a public right of way. The Planning Department can only investigate an alleged unauthorised boundary wall or fence if it exceeds Permitted Development height restrictions. Further information about Permitted Development Rights
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