Fences (and gates)

rural fence

There are some restrictions about the type of fencing you can construct on your property. This is determined by land zoning.

Do I need approval?

You will not need approval if the fence or gate meets all of the relevant development standards for exempt development.

Some properties have restrictions on the type of fencing in the 88B Instrument. The 88B instrument is owned by NSW Land Registry Services (LRS). Should you wish to obtain a copy of your 88B instrument the LRS have a list of Authorised Information Brokers.

Specific information about fences and gates can be accessed here:

You can check the zoning information for your property using the NSW Spatial Viewer.

Please review Exempt Development to see if your proposal qualifies.

If the proposal doesn't qualify as an Exempt Development, you may need to apply for a Complying Development Certificate or a Development Application.