i have just asked a question that spurred me to ask this one... i have moved into a council property with no boundry fences, i have 2 dogs and 2 small children and want fencing up but cannot afford it. should the council pay for it to be done or do i have to do it? has anyone had a similer experience? the dogs go on next doors gardens which i doubt they like
2007-02-07 00:42:32 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
theyre wasnt any fence when i moved in but im sure theyre used to be a chain linked fence
2007-02-07 00:50:31 · update #1
buddhika just to let you know i pay my taxes too and my rent!!!!! the council are my landlords so i was wondering if they was responsible for the improvements to there property and i had my dogs before i moved here!!!!!
2007-02-07 03:57:52 · update #2
yes ring council i had one fence missing and rang them and thet came and put a fence up,just mention you have small kids or say someone had stolen a bike from your garden and that should get them to act quickly as you have only moved in make sure you find all faults i got the immpression the newer the tennant you are they seem to do it quicker than an older tennant ,i got radiators replaced an old water tank removed from attic and new fence and a light checked .lol
2007-02-07 00:48:26 · answer #1 · answered by Nutty Girl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can show that there was a fence there originally, then you would have a very strong case. As the council owns the property they would have an obligation to maintain the structural integrity of the property, including the fences. Even if you cannot prove that there was a fence there before you should still phone them and ask, explain the situation to them about the dogs / kids. I know somebody who had a fence in bad condition in a council propert (kent county council), she phoned them about it and they put up a new one for her. It's worth a try, good luck.
2007-02-07 00:58:28 · answer #2 · answered by Dave O 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, the council legally do not have to pay.
boundaries need to be marked, at a minimum this will be posts at each corner.
But i suspect the local council will pay if you moan or lie ( as in the answer below )
It is the animal owners responsibility to ensure it does not get out of the property. The law makes no exception if you cannot afford it, its still your responsibility.
Not being funny, but i suggest you sell the dogs and buy some fencing, then get dogs when you can afford them. We all have to make priority calls on our money i would put keeping my kids safe higher than having pet dogs.
2007-02-07 00:48:18 · answer #3 · answered by Michael H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i did answer your last question ! ok your landlord ie the council will be liable for one side (yours , and it could be left or right !) the other side is your neighboures prob (or their landlord) if they dont own the property ! the back boundry ??? the council will tell you !
i can not understand why no boundrys are up ???? are they old propertys ,where no one has bothered to replace worn fencing !!
to sort this out will take time (red tape and all that !)
go to the council (and in writting , stating you will put a temp fence up and expect to get reimbursed once resolved !!!
2007-02-07 00:59:22 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I answered your previous question, but this is a bit different. Was there a fence to start with??? Sometimes, there are no fences at all. Best contact the council or CAB. Good luck. ps. you could still try the pallets.
2007-02-07 00:49:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends entirely on the council involved as each council has it's own policy. Phone them up and ask them. However if your dogs go on other peoples property and cause damage or are a nuisance then you would be held liable. Take care and good luck.
2007-02-07 00:50:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Basic dog and small-child proof fencing is very inexpensive, use 3 foot rabbit wire stapled to hardwood tree stakes every 2 metres, you could do 50 metres for under £40.
2007-02-07 01:04:10 · answer #7 · answered by Sangmo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would think they are responsible for fencing in your garden, and I think you should get in touch with them and explain the problem you have.
2007-02-07 10:15:09 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes they are obliged to pay as they are responsible for ALL maintenance on your property. This is a health and safety issue.
2007-02-07 10:45:47 · answer #9 · answered by bannister_natalie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
HI STACEY . THE COUNCIL WILL HAVE TO PUT YOU A FENCH UP AS IT IS LEAVING YOUR GARDEN OPEN,THIS IS NOT SECURE AND WILL BE UN-SAFE FOR THE LITTLE ONES.YOU WILL HAVE TO ARGUE YOUR CASE BUT THEY HAVE TO PUT ONE UP AS ITS A HEALTH AND SAFTEY ISSUE,I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM WHEN I MOVED HOME AND I GOT FENCING AND GATES PUT UP.
2007-02-07 00:49:42 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋