• All gates must open inwards
• In areas where bushfires are common, fencing must be made from non-combustible materials or hardwood
• Metal fencing materials (and metal parts on timber fencing) must be low reflective and factory pre-coloured
• Barbed wire and electrical fencing are not allowed in residential zones
• If the fence is located in a koala habitat (or other protected habitat) additional controls/restrictions may be set by your local council
• If vegetation (trees, bushes etc) need to be trimmed or removed, consult with your local council to ensure you are not removing species of vegetation that are government protected.
• Fencing must be structurally sound, installed in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and comply with the Building Code of Australia (BCA).
• If you are installing a new fence or replacing an existing fence that divides your property with a neighbour, it is important to consult your neighbour with your plans and familiarise yourself with the Dividing Fences Act 1991 to ensure you know your responsibilities should a dispute arise.
• Rear and side boundary fences must not be higher than 1.8 Metres (1.2 if made from masonry)
• If the fence shares a boundary with a primary or secondary road, it must not be taller than 1.2 metres
• Fences along the boundary of a secondary road must be 20% transparent (above 400mm) and not have solid piers or posts wider than 350mm

For a full list of rules and regulations, please visit the NSW Government website page on fence planning here.