Fencing

Building Services Fencing

You must apply to the Shire of East Pilbara for a Building Permit if you intend to build, rebuild, reconstruct or alter any residential fence (including walls) which:

  • if constructed of masonry, is more than 0.75m in height; and
  • if constructed of a material other than masonry, is more than 1.8m in height; and
  • is located in wind region C or D as defined in AS 1170.2.

Fences dividing properties are controlled by the Dividing Fences Act (1961).

This Act relates to fences that divide properties, and outlines the related legal responsibilities of the landowners. The Act also outlines the steps landowners should take to resolve any disputes which may arise.

More Information:

You must apply to the Shire of East Pilbara if you intend to build, rebuild, reconstruct or alter any residential fence (including walls) which:

  1. Exceed 1200mm within the front setback areas of the block (written request addressed to the CEO); or
  2. Exceed 1800mm on rear or side boundary of the block (Building Permit Application and written request addressed to the CEO).

Fences dividing properties are controlled by the Dividing Fences Act (1961).

This Act relates to fences that divide properties, and outlines the related legal responsibilities of the landowners. The Act also outlines the steps landowners should take to resolve any disputes which may arise.

The Citizens Advice Bureau of Western Australia may be able to assist on matters relating to the Act.

Resources:

Fencing Local Law 2020
Dividing Fences Act 1961

For further information on Dividing Fences click here.