FENCING CHECKLIST
At Mick’s Fencing and Gates we will take all the stress away and inform you whether or not you need the required council permits. In many cases a permit is not required. You can check your local councils requirements by clicking on your own local council link below, or if you prefer send me an email on the form located at the bottom of this page and I should be able to assist.
Check your local Council's Fencing Regulations
Here is a list of Local councils with the link to their rules and regulations about fence types, designs, heights, and fence placement.
Bayside City Council click here for more information: Bayside City Council – Fences
City of Monash click here for more information: City of Monash – Fences
Mornington Peninsula Shire click here for more information: Mornington Peninsula Shire – Fences
Frankston City Council click here for more information: Frankston City Council – Fence information
City Of Kingston click here for more information: Kingston City Council – Fence Fact Sheet
Maroondah Council click here for more information: Maroondah City Council – Fence Fact Sheet
Whitehorse Council click here for more information: City of Whitehorse – Fence Requirements
Knox City Council click here for more information: Knox City Council – Fencing
Manningham Council click here for more infomation: Manningham Council – Fences
Fencing Information and Disputes
From 22 September 2014, the Fences Amendment Act 2014 introduced a number of changes to the Fences Act 1968. If you are a property owner, these new changes mean that you and your neighbour have equal responsibility for the dividing fence on your land.
The Fences Act contains rules about who pays for a dividing fence, the type of fence to be built, notices that neighbours need to give one another and how to resolve disputes that come up when discussing fencing works with your neighbour. If you encounter a dispute with your neighbour over the construction or replacement of your fence, you will need to serve your neighbour with a “Notice To Fence”.
This Notice to Fence is a legal document that formally advises your neighbour that they have one month in which to respond otherwise legal proceedings in the Magistrates court will be initiated.
Swimming Pool and Spa Barriers
If you are installing a new pool/spa In Victoria, the safety barriers are subject to strict building requirements under the Building Regulations 2006 (the Regulations). The Regulations also contain ongoing legal obligations for pool and spa owners to maintain their safety barriers at all times.
Compliance with the Regulations improves safety outcomes. Non-compliance, for any reason, can increase the risk of drowning and lead to prosecution by the VBA or local councils. Any home-owner who engages in building a pool or spa and associated safety barriers must familiarise themselves with the Regulations.
If you are replacing an old existing pool/spa safety barrier with a new barrier for a spa or swimming pool built before 1 May 2010, you will need to comply with the current Regulations and this work will require a building permit.
The Victorian Building Association has created a swimming pools, spas and their safety barriers checklist to advise home-owners of their obligations, before, during and after construction. Click here to download a copy of the checklist. Or visit the Victorian Building Association website for more information.
Testimonials
Darren and Mick did a first class job on our fences and gate. Good communication, trustworthy and professional. Would definitely use again.
Mick's Fencing & Gates is highly recommended. Mick, Darron and Mark provided a superior quality service. They were very reliable and efficient, with great communication from the beginning to completion. We are extremely pleased with the service and product. Have had so many compliments since the gates and fence was
...moreMick's Fencing & Gates is highly recommended. Mick, Darron and Mark provided a superior quality service. They were very reliable and efficient, with great communication from the beginning to completion. We are extremely pleased with the service and product. Have had so many compliments since the gates and fence was completed. They are absolutely fantastic and are highly recommended.
Darren and Mick did a first class job on our fences and gate. So many positive comments on the great job they did, more than our newly renovated house.
We are so happy with the lovely job Mick did on our new automatic Gate. Thank you once again.
Thank you Mick and your team for such an amazing job. We are so happy with your eye for detail and the quality of our new fence and automatic gate. Love it!
highly recommend Mick to all.Very happy with work at my home.Lot of good comments re the fence. thank you Mick .Frankston South.
Mick & his team were reliable and installed first class gates for a competitive price in time for Xmas. Highly recommended.
Mick, from our first phone call I felt confident that you knew your business and had the expertise to carry out the job well. At all times you were realistic about timelines. The fence was erected by Darron who was strong, efficient and helpful. Many thanks and very happy to
...moreMick, from our first phone call I felt confident that you knew your business and had the expertise to carry out the job well. At all times you were realistic about timelines. The fence was erected by Darron who was strong, efficient and helpful. Many thanks and very happy to recommend your work.
I am absolutely thrilled with my new front few and locked gate. Peace of mind in terms of kids safety, but the fence has added massive street appeal and looks beautiful. Mick and his team were professional, helpful and efficient. Nothing was too much trouble and they did an excellent
...moreI am absolutely thrilled with my new front few and locked gate. Peace of mind in terms of kids safety, but the fence has added massive street appeal and looks beautiful. Mick and his team were professional, helpful and efficient. Nothing was too much trouble and they did an excellent job. Would highly recommend!
Delighted with the whole experience. Mick was prompt in coming out to discuss proposed plan and I felt confident that he knew his stuff. He made notes and provided a clear quote and timeline. The installation team (Darren + Mark) were courteous throughout and did a great job; their attention
...moreDelighted with the whole experience. Mick was prompt in coming out to discuss proposed plan and I felt confident that he knew his stuff. He made notes and provided a clear quote and timeline. The installation team (Darren + Mark) were courteous throughout and did a great job; their attention to detail is much appreciated. I have no hesitation in recommending Mick’s Fencing.
My side Fence was erected with no problems, well constructed and very reasonable price. Would recommend to anyone.
Awesome work by Mick & Darron!
Love the new front fence and motorised gate.
Highly recommend these guys for their attention to detail and workmanship.
We initially had Mick and his team install a front fence with an automatic sliding gate and were so impressed with their work we had them back to install a dividing screen/fence to separate the carport from the deck.
These guys are polite, extremely professional and clearly know exactly what
We initially had Mick and his team install a front fence with an automatic sliding gate and were so impressed with their work we had them back to install a dividing screen/fence to separate the carport from the deck.
These guys are polite, extremely professional and clearly know exactly what they’re doing. We have been very happy with their attention to detail and high quality work - highly recommend them.
Again, thank you for creating my dream gate!!!!
Thanks to Mick and the guys for installing our new gate, we LOVE it! I had almost given up on my dream gate until Mick came out, talked to us about what we were after and said that he could sort it
...moreAgain, thank you for creating my dream gate!!!!
Thanks to Mick and the guys for installing our new gate, we LOVE it! I had almost given up on my dream gate until Mick came out, talked to us about what we were after and said that he could sort it out. Mick was out to our place within the week, gave us an idea of price and had plans to us within days. Our gate was ready to install within a couple of weeks and the guys worked through horrible weather to make it happen! We highly recommend Mick with his professional and punctual service. Thank you so, so much!
Hi Mick,
FYI - we received a lovely email from the insured in relation to these repairs:
"Renae Bullen,
I would just like to express our appreciation to Mick at Mick’s Fencing and Gates.
From the first visit to assess the damage, to the completion of the job, we cannot
Hi Mick,
FYI - we received a lovely email from the insured in relation to these repairs:
"Renae Bullen,
I would just like to express our appreciation to Mick at Mick’s Fencing and Gates.
From the first visit to assess the damage, to the completion of the job, we cannot speak more highly of the professional manner in which the repairs were carried out.
It was not easy the repair the lacework, but it looks as good as new.
many thanks,
Barry and Rosemarie Emmerson"
Great work 😊
Kind Regards,
Ellie Storey - Trade Coordinator
We are extremely happy with our new fence and automatic gate done by Mick’s Fencing. I communicated to Mick what I wanted and it was taken from there. Mick fully understood my vision and his team executed that perfectly.
The guys that Mick sent to do the job were true
We are extremely happy with our new fence and automatic gate done by Mick’s Fencing. I communicated to Mick what I wanted and it was taken from there. Mick fully understood my vision and his team executed that perfectly.
The guys that Mick sent to do the job were true professionals who were proud of their work and NOT about cutting corners to get the job done.
I highly recommend Mick’s Fenciing and his team! You won’t be disappointed.
Mick was great to work with, everything was delivered and installled when it was scheduled. Darron did an excellent job on the install and the gates look incredible, transformed our property.
Great work by Mick and his team. We had a front automatic sliding gate and internal dividing fence installed. Being very fussy clients we knew exactly what we wanted and Mick nailed it.
We did have a slight hiccup with the internal fence, when it was delivered it wasn't the
...moreGreat work by Mick and his team. We had a front automatic sliding gate and internal dividing fence installed. Being very fussy clients we knew exactly what we wanted and Mick nailed it.
We did have a slight hiccup with the internal fence, when it was delivered it wasn't the style we ordered. Mick was onto it straight away and with no questions asked rebuilt the whole fence and gate and it was installed as soon as it was rebuilt with part of the cost subsidised for the minor inconvenience.
Overall, the quality, workmanship and attention to detail is second to none. Our gate and fence have turned out even better than we thought. We will highly recommend Micks Fencing to anyone.
Thank you Mick for our new gate the guys did a amazing job and they both were easy to communicate with and were very helpful first class job and the pricing amazing and I would definitely recommend Mick and he’s team to anyone lol for fence or gates
-My home has been elegantly transformed thanks to the excellent work of Micks fencing and gates.My husband and i have been one of the many people who have had their ute stolen in the cardinia area we needed better security so we called Mick. Micks fencing and gates installed a
...more-My home has been elegantly transformed thanks to the excellent work of Micks fencing and gates.My husband and i have been one of the many people who have had their ute stolen in the cardinia area we needed better security so we called Mick. Micks fencing and gates installed a beautiful iron spear topped fence with an electric gate. Not only do we feel secure but it has lifted our home maybe even adding value to our home.As a woman i felt comfortable and respected nothing was too hard for this company. Thank you to Darren as well who is such a valuable employee. Mick has taken care and pride in my fence and i highly recommend him.
Mike was fantastic at communication
His workers Darren and mark did a fantastic job
Turned up on time
Explained exactly what going to do and order
And explained exactly how to use electric gates
Left place tidy
Highly recommend
Extremely pleased & comfortable in dealing with Mick from the onset. Very prompt & punctual from site visit, quotation to installation. Excellent workmanship, attention to details and last but not least good housekeeping on completion of work. Wonderful attributes and people to deal with. Would not hesitate to recommend to
...moreExtremely pleased & comfortable in dealing with Mick from the onset. Very prompt & punctual from site visit, quotation to installation. Excellent workmanship, attention to details and last but not least good housekeeping on completion of work. Wonderful attributes and people to deal with. Would not hesitate to recommend to anyone needing fencing work, automation etc. Well done Mick & team and keep up the good work.
I have been recommended to Micks fencing by one of my builder. Communication was very easy and professional with a lot of advise on whats the best fence to install and to meet our budget. Mick and the boys came and do the job with no fuss and very very
...moreI have been recommended to Micks fencing by one of my builder. Communication was very easy and professional with a lot of advise on whats the best fence to install and to meet our budget. Mick and the boys came and do the job with no fuss and very very happy with the result. Highly recommended. Cheers Guys !!!
Thanks Mick for an excellent job on our sliding gate. Common sense advice, a quality job at a fair price with no hassles. Highly recommended.
Great gates installed by two proficient guys who wasted no time getting the job done and making my driveway look fantastic! Thanks Mick, Darren and Mark for a job well done ,hassle free and a great looking finish to my driveway. The guys left the job cleaner and tidier than
...moreGreat gates installed by two proficient guys who wasted no time getting the job done and making my driveway look fantastic! Thanks Mick, Darren and Mark for a job well done ,hassle free and a great looking finish to my driveway. The guys left the job cleaner and tidier than when they started and the gates just gleamed. A great finish to a great job. Thanks guys!
We are happy with our fence and electric gate. No problems from beginning to end.
It is an outstanding transformation from a 16 year old weathered and faded fence, to a brand new looking one across the front of the property, one would swear that the whole thing was just built!!
The replacement Monument colour is stunning and complements so well with the lines of
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It is an outstanding transformation from a 16 year old weathered and faded fence, to a brand new looking one across the front of the property, one would swear that the whole thing was just built!!
The replacement Monument colour is stunning and complements so well with the lines of the house behind it, and the expertly fabricated new sliding gate, compliments to Darron, blends in seamlessly. Works like a dream using the remote!!
It's already a head turner, indeed your fencers have barely finished their work at my property when someone from up the street requested a call card.
Really proud of the total result, better than reasonably priced, brilliantly executed, the best statement in the whole street!! Better you add "Cranbourne" to the list of areas you guys service, and another one of your happy customers joining a list of the others giving this five star review.
Thank you Mick, Darron, and Mark, and wishing you all a further great future in the fencing business!!
Best regards, Graham. Emoji
Did a beautiful job and very reasonable quotes
Mick's team did a great job. The sliding gate works beautifully and the team explained everything needed for care and maintenance. No hassles, everything went well. We now have an attractive new fence. Highly recommended.
Mick came to our rescue by providing a fence and gate just before Christmas to ensure our dog and house were kept safe. Reasonable pricing and top job with auto gate. No more nosey neighbours!
Mick understood exactly what we wanted & absolutely delivered! We are very pleased with the product, easy communication & fast turn around in service. I would highly recommended him.
Mike was fantastic at communication
His workers Darren and mark did a fantastic job
Turned up on time
Explained exactly what going to do and order
And explained exactly how to use electric gates
Left place tidy
Highly recommend
Our gates are a delight!
Mick's team of tradesmen were efficient, polite, accurate and caring with their work
and also, most helpful with instructions for using our new gates.
Mick told me that he would "do a good job" and he is true to his word.
We recently had a bout of really strong winds, which sadly took out our whole side fence - and the gate that closed it off to the side of the house.
I hired Mick and the team to build a new custom gate for the job.
He came out to
...moreWe recently had a bout of really strong winds, which sadly took out our whole side fence - and the gate that closed it off to the side of the house.
I hired Mick and the team to build a new custom gate for the job.
He came out to the site next day to measure and had the gate frame welded and cladded in fence palings that same day. Plus installed! I didn't think such a turnaround could be possible - but he did, and we now have a great quality bespoke gate!
Mick arranged automation for our wrought iron gates, as well as garage remotes. We couldn’t be happier with the service and product. Easy to deal with and quick to action, we are now happy with the extra security and convenience of an automated gate. Thank you!
Would highly recommend Mick and Darron's work, installing new fences and an electric gate. Just spent the last few weekends painting the new front fence and the amount of people to stop and give positive comments about the fence has been amazing.
Mick understood from the start what we wanted and never once said "we can't do that". When you want something a little different it was great to hear a tradesman embrace the idea and then produce the perfect product. Mick was very easy to deal with and completed the job
...moreMick understood from the start what we wanted and never once said "we can't do that". When you want something a little different it was great to hear a tradesman embrace the idea and then produce the perfect product. Mick was very easy to deal with and completed the job in quick time. Thanks Mick, we couldn't be happier