Resolving Fencing Disputes

Council does not have any regulatory authority with regard to disputes between neighbouring properties involving a dividing fence issue. Generally, these matters are civil matters and are to be resolved between the respective owners. Landowners are encouraged to talk to their neighbours about the problem and seek a mutually satisfactory solution. 

If this is not possible, advice and mediation support to resolve neighbourhood disputes can be sourced from the NSW Community Justice Centre (CJC), Legal Aid Services, Chamber Magistrates at the Local Court, LawAccess NSW or private lawyers.