Property owners are responsible for building and maintaining fences on their property. If you want to build or repair a dividing fence, you will need to talk to the person who owns the neighbouring property. If you share a fence with a neighbour, you can also discuss sharing fencing costs.
I don't know my neighbour
If you are a property owner and need to find out who owns the property you share a fence with, you can request ownership details for fencing purposes through Council.
How to request information for fencing purposes
What happens next?
Once we receive your application it will be forwarded to our Revenue team who will process your request and respond in writing.
FAQ's
I have a dispute with my neighbour about our fence, what can I do?
Disputes regarding fencing between neighbours is a civil matter. As such Council cannot intervene.
You can get in touch with the dispute settlement centre to assist with resolving a fencing dispute.
Homepage | Dispute Settlement Centre of Victoria