Part 4FENCING MATERIALS, SCREENING AND MAINTENANCE

PART 4—FENCING MATERIALS, SCREENING AND MAINTENANCE 4.1 Prohibited materials A person must not construct a fence which is comprised, in whole or in part of spikes, broken glass, jagged materials, barbed wire, razor wire, asbestos or any other dangerous material except to the extent provided for in Part 5. 4.2 Pre-used fencing materials (1) A person shall not construct a boundary fence, dividing fence or estate fence from pre-used materials without the approval of an authorised person. (2) Where an authorised person approves the use of pre-used materials, the materials shall be structurally fit for the purpose, and comply with any conditions imposed by an authorised person. (3) Conditions for use of pre-used fencing materials may include but are not limited to— (a) painting; (b) treated; (c) specific use or placement; and (d) upgrading. 4.3 Approved materials Subject to clause 4.2, a person shall only construct a dividing fence or boundary fence from materials specified in the Schedules of this local law, unless otherwise approved or required by an authorised person. 4.4 Screening (1) Screening may be fixed to a sufficient fence that is compliant with Schedule 1 which is consistent with the colours, materials and specification of that sufficient fence. (2) Screening is not to be affixed to a fence so that the maximum height exceeds 2.1m. (3) Screening affixed to a fence shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications and not compromise the structural integrity of a fence.