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When people build a fence between properties, they often focus solely on practical concerns — marking property lines, adding privacy, or boosting security.
However, there’s an unspoken (and in some regions, even legally required) rule that can spare you significant headaches: always place the most visually appealing, or “front,” side of the fence facing your neighbor.
While this might seem like a small detail, it can have a big impact on your quality of life, your property’s appearance, and even legal matters.
Why should the front of the fence face your neighbor?
Here are several solid reasons why making this simple but thoughtful choice is worthwhile:
1. Strengthen neighborly relations
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