Do I need planning permission for a fences, gates & walls in Norwich City Council?
Typical answer
In most cases, fences, gates & walls in Norwich City Council fall under Permitted Development rights (Part 2 Class A), meaning no planning application is needed, subject to Article 4 restrictions, conservation-area flags, and the specific thresholds below. If your property is in a conservation area, Article 4 area, or involves a listed building, additional restrictions apply and you should verify your position before starting work.
Source: Part 2 Class A — legislation.gov.uk · Verified 2026-04-19
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Permitted Development rules
Part 2 Class A thresholds
These are the key numerical limits under Part 2 Class A of the General Permitted Development Order 2015. Your project must satisfy all of them to qualify as Permitted Development.
| Clause | Rule | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| A.1(a)(i) | Adjacent to highway used by vehicles: max 1 m | Max height (m): 1 |
| A.1(b) | Elsewhere: max 2 m | Max height (m): 2 |
| Source: Part 2 Class A — legislation.gov.uk | ||
Norwich City Council planning data
Local planning facts
Approval rate
1.0%
Below average for householder applications
Source: MHCLG Planning Statistics (PS2)
Planning application fee
£548
Householder application (national fee)
Reviewed April 2026 · gov.uk source
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