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When building a fence between properties, many think only of functionality: marking boundaries, giving privacy or increasing security. But there is an unwritten rule (and in some places, even legal) that can save you a lot of problems: always place the most aesthetic or “front” part of the fence facing your neighbor<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It may seem like a minor detail, but it has important implications for coexistence, the image of your property and even for legal issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here are several compelling reasons to make this seemingly simple but very smart decision:<\/p>\n\n\n\n When you install the prettiest part of the fence on their side, you’re showing respect. It is a way of saying: “I value our good coexistence”. This can prevent conflict and foster a more cordial relationship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In many countries or municipalities, building ordinances require that the “finished” or more aesthetic side of the fence be facing the outside or the neighboring property<\/strong>. Ignoring this can result in penalties or the obligation to modify the fence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If the fence is on a perimeter visible from the street, by placing the most aesthetic side outwards, you improve the appearance of your property from the outside<\/strong>, which can also positively impact its resale value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A fence placed with the posts or supports towards the neighbor can be interpreted as a lack of consideration or even a provocation. Avoiding this from the start prevents potential disputes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Beyond the laws, it is a social norm that many respect: whoever builds the fence, leaves the most beautiful side out. If your neighbor does the same on their side, everyone wins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When building a fence between properties, many think only of functionality: marking boundaries, giving privacy or increasing security. But there is an unwritten rule (and in some places, even legal) that can save you a lot of problems: always place the most aesthetic or “front” part of the fence facing your neighbor. It may seem […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":26534,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-26533","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-advices"],"aioseo_notices":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhy should the fence be placed with the front side facing the neighbor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Improve your relationship with your neighbors<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
2. Comply with local regulations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3. Increase visual value from the street<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
4. Avoid future arguments and complaints<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
5. It is an internationally accepted standard of courtesy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Practical tips for installing your fence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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