Fence, wall or gate in Lichfield: Planning Permission Guide
Your guide to fences, walls, and gates in Lichfield — height limits, permitted development rules, and costs.
Based on 33 decided applications in Lichfield over 12 months (26 granted, 7 refused).
Lichfield borders or partially overlaps the Cannock Chase AONB — properties near those boundaries are on Article 1(5) land where permitted-development rights are restricted. Lichfield has 21 conservation areas affecting external alterations in those zones. 767 listed buildings recorded.
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The 5 most recent decided applications. Addresses redacted to postcode area.
Works to listed building to enable the removal of non-breathable acrylic-based paint on rear wall and replace with a suitable breathable …
Retention of Oak framed covered seating area to rear of pub, retention of pipe cooling units on low level to the rear and affixed to rear…
Works to listed building to allow the retention of Oak framed covered seating area to rear of pub, retention of pipe cooling units on low…
Installation of illuminated wall mounted company logo sign and 1no. double leg totem sign
Retention of two meter wooden panel featheredge fence along perimeter of ownership
These are borough-wide. See the 5 nearest to your address.
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Gates, fences, walls or other means of enclosure
GPDO 2015, Schedule 2, Part 2, Class A
Fences, walls, and gates are covered by Part 2, Class A of the GPDO. The main consideration is height: up to 1 metre next to a highway, up to 2 metres elsewhere.
Key dimension limits
These are the maximum GPDO limits for a detached house with no constraints. Your actual limits depend on your property type, location, and any planning restrictions.
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Check my limitsTypical Costs in West Midlands
Boundary treatment costs depend on the length, material, and type — timber fencing is cheapest, brick walls are the most expensive.
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Timber fencing is cheapest. Brick walls and metal railings cost significantly more per metre.
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Get my estimateWhich Professionals Do You Need?
Boundary treatments rarely need professional services beyond a competent builder or fencing contractor.
This project is unlikely to need specialist professional services beyond a competent builder.
This type of project does not typically require architectural services.
This guidance is based on a typical semi-detached house with no special constraints. Listed buildings, conservation areas, and attached properties may require additional professional input.
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Get personalised guidanceConservation Areas & Listed Buildings
In conservation areas, the same height rules apply, but you should consider materials that are sympathetic to the area character. Some Article 4 Directions restrict boundary treatments.
Properties in conservation areas often have reduced permitted development rights. Some project types (like side extensions) lose PD rights entirely. An Article 4 Direction can remove additional PD rights.
Listed buildings (Grade I, II*, or II) have no permitted development rights at all. Any external alteration requires Listed Building Consent in addition to any planning permission. An architect experienced in heritage work is essential.
Check if your property is in a conservation area or has other planning constraints.
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