A frontage that belongs to your home.

Vertical infill can keep the garden and architectural details visible from the street. The spacing, top line and gate proportions should be planned together so the entrance feels deliberate rather than added afterwards.

For a design with stronger screening, consider how the proposed infill relates to the house, garage door and neighbouring frontage. Colour samples can help compare finishes in daylight.

Closer spacing also affects visibility around vehicle access and may increase wind loading on a gate. Those practical requirements need to be checked alongside the appearance.

A swing gate needs a clear opening arc inside the property. A sliding gate needs a suitable run-back area along the fence. Telescopic or bifold arrangements may be worth assessing where space is restricted, but each has its own support and clearance requirements.

For a Brighton address, start with Bayside City Council and the planning information for the property. Check the zone and any heritage or other overlays, as well as the proposed height, boundary position and driveway access.

A building-permit exemption is not a blanket planning exemption. Confirm any required approvals before fabrication. This page is general information, not a permit assessment for your property.