From 2026, new building regulations for fences and gates come into force. Find out what you will no longer be allowed to install and how to prepare for the changes.
Changes to the Building Act, which will take effect from September 2026, will have a real impact on the way fences are designed and installed. The new regulations affect both entrance gates, wickets, as well as security elements for fences. For investors, this means that conscious planning is required - ideally today to avoid costly rework in the future.
New regulations for gates and wickets - safety first
One of the most important changes is prohibition on gates and wickets opening beyond the plot boundary. From 2026:
- entry gates will not be allowed to open onto the pavement, street or public road,
- wickets must also open inwards into the property.
This is a response to the real dangers in public spaces - especially for pedestrians, children and cyclists. In practice, this means that solutions that are still popular today will be unlawful in new developments.
At Krak Fence we are already designing sliding gates i swing gates opening inwards into the property, in line with upcoming regulations. If you are planning an investment, it is worth taking a look at our offer:
Prohibited fencing elements - higher safety standard
The amendment to the Construction Law also introduces stricter requirements for the construction of fences. From 2026:
barbed wire, sharp spikes and other hazardous terminations will not be allowed to be below 2.2 m from ground level,
Previously, the permitted height was 1.8 m,
exceptions are only provided for facilities with a special security regime (e.g. military, prisons).
For private and corporate properties, this means using secure, certified fencing systems, such as:
panel fences,
composite fences,
concrete and gabion fences.
You will find all these solutions in Krak Fence's offer - designed to comply with future regulations.
Accessibility of wickets - new requirements from 2026
Another important change is accessibility requirements. New wickets in investments made after 2026 must:
- have minimum 90 cm passage width,
- enable people with reduced mobility to move around comfortably,
- be free of obstacles to entry (thresholds, sharp edges).
This is particularly important in the case of:
- housing estates,
- service and company buildings,
- public facilities.
When designing a fence, it is therefore worth thinking not only about aesthetics, but also about functionality and future legal requirements.
Who is affected by the new fencing regulations?
It is worth making it clear:
👉 the new regulations will only apply to new developments and to the upgrading of existing fences.
If you plan to:
- building a house,
- fence replacement,
- upgrading a gate or wicket after 2026,
you must bring the project into compliance with current regulations. Non-compliance may result:
- investment acceptance problems,
- the need for costly amendments,
- and even administrative penalties.
Why plan a fence today?
As you can see, many factors influence what fencing will be legal in the coming years. Not only are regulations changing, but also safety and accessibility standards.
In Krak Fence:
- we analyse the legislation,
- we design in line with upcoming changes,
- we advise reliably and honestly,
therefore individual pricing and design is the best solution today.
👉 We will do it quickly, reliably and legally - now and in the future.
Source: Changes to the law from 2026 - bans on fences and gates
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