ᐅ Boundary Line Construction – Concealing an Unattractive Rear House Wall
Created on: 17 Aug 2020 20:32
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Hello everyone,
We currently have an option on a plot of land that is quite ideal for us. Well located, very friendly neighbors. The price is below the standard land value.
The plot is about 730 m² (7,850 sq ft), which is a very nice size for us, and it has a good shape. Sizes like this and prices below the standard land value are hardly available in this area anymore.
Now for the downside:
The plot is bordered on two sides by direct neighboring buildings from an old farmhouse.
The lower part is about 2.50 m (8 feet) high. The higher part is 5 m (16 feet) high.
The higher part is at the eastern edge of the plot, the lower part at the northern edge.
Now the question for you: what can be done here to at least somewhat improve the view?
The owner of the farm is apparently very easy-going. This means we can probably do whatever we want, as long as it doesn’t cost her anything
(unfortunately, demolition is not included).
We currently have an option on a plot of land that is quite ideal for us. Well located, very friendly neighbors. The price is below the standard land value.
The plot is about 730 m² (7,850 sq ft), which is a very nice size for us, and it has a good shape. Sizes like this and prices below the standard land value are hardly available in this area anymore.
Now for the downside:
The plot is bordered on two sides by direct neighboring buildings from an old farmhouse.
The lower part is about 2.50 m (8 feet) high. The higher part is 5 m (16 feet) high.
The higher part is at the eastern edge of the plot, the lower part at the northern edge.
Now the question for you: what can be done here to at least somewhat improve the view?
The owner of the farm is apparently very easy-going. This means we can probably do whatever we want, as long as it doesn’t cost her anything
(unfortunately, demolition is not included).
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Osnabruecker17 Aug 2020 22:04There are a few buildings that have been decorated with graffiti. It can become quite unique... for example, a city skyline or a (primeval) forest....
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Gartenfreund18 Aug 2020 05:43I wouldn’t plant ivy or anything similar there. It could eventually be claimed that these plants damaged the wall.
For the 2.5-meter (8-foot) high wall, I would build a frame made of pipes and then grow blackberries, kiwis, grapes, or something similar on it. I do the same here. Of course, in winter you will see the wall a bit more, but much less than you do now.
For the taller wall, you can plant evergreen trees or fruit trees (apples, peaches, etc.) at a certain distance. This will help to more or less conceal the wall.
For the 2.5-meter (8-foot) high wall, I would build a frame made of pipes and then grow blackberries, kiwis, grapes, or something similar on it. I do the same here. Of course, in winter you will see the wall a bit more, but much less than you do now.
For the taller wall, you can plant evergreen trees or fruit trees (apples, peaches, etc.) at a certain distance. This will help to more or less conceal the wall.
I don’t understand why this is seen as a disadvantage? Yes, you might feel a bit “walled in,” but on the other hand, there are no neighbors nearby who can be a nuisance. Also, depending on the regulations, you might save the cost of a fence or boundary wall.
I would also consider using a climbing plant. I think Virginia creeper looks nice.
I would also consider using a climbing plant. I think Virginia creeper looks nice.
Thank you in advance for the answers!
Yes, that’s the only advantage in this case.
And if you look at it rationally, the available plots around here almost always have another house wall just 6m (20 feet) away anyway. They just look a bit nicer.
Climbing plants like grapevines and ivy are naturally an option. I just can’t estimate how many years it would take until they reach a decent height (over 4m (13 feet)).
By the way, I checked again. The taller part is actually about 7m (23 feet) high.
The neighbors who look onto the other side of the tall building (around the corner) have plastered the wall and probably added some wooden elements. Unfortunately, we couldn’t really see that. And in the end, of course, it’s a matter of cost. But that can certainly be used as a bargaining point when negotiating the purchase price.
Joedreck schrieb:
I don’t really understand why this is seen as a disadvantage? Yes, a bit “walled in,” but on the other hand, no neighbors can bother you from there. Also, depending on the regulations, you can save on a fence.
Yes, that’s the only advantage in this case.
And if you look at it rationally, the available plots around here almost always have another house wall just 6m (20 feet) away anyway. They just look a bit nicer.
Climbing plants like grapevines and ivy are naturally an option. I just can’t estimate how many years it would take until they reach a decent height (over 4m (13 feet)).
By the way, I checked again. The taller part is actually about 7m (23 feet) high.
The neighbors who look onto the other side of the tall building (around the corner) have plastered the wall and probably added some wooden elements. Unfortunately, we couldn’t really see that. And in the end, of course, it’s a matter of cost. But that can certainly be used as a bargaining point when negotiating the purchase price.
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