How would you solve this fencing problem?

[Kodi Crescent]

I am about to build a 6' arched privacy fence around my back yard.  The arched privacy fence is simple enough to build.  But, I also want to attach a 6' privacy screen to it that extends down the side of my house and partway down my driveway into my front yard.  

My neighbor and I live close to one another and do not like one another.  I'm tired of encountering him when I take out the trash and would like to put up a barrier between us so I don't have to encounter him any longer.  I had thought about extending the privacy fence, but that sort of fence seems the most appropriate for a back yard, and may seem a bit "heavy" or out of place extending into the front yard (if you disagree, please let me know).  I am considering a lattice privacy screen instead, since it is not so visually heavy and would achieve the same purpose.

I would like the privacy screen to match the arched panels, but I'm having trouble figuring out how to cap or finish the curved rough edge of the lattice at the top.  Any ideas?

I've also thought about extending the arched privacy fence down the driveway, and then either routing out some designs or using the Domino to "open" the feel of it.  Has anyone done this or do you have any opinions about how to do this?  Do you have any other design ideas that I may be missing?  I had thought about planting something along the property line for privacy, but this neighbor is such a jerk that he'd complain if a branch encroached on his "airspace" over the line.  I think a fence may be the best solution.

(After writing this I realized that it belongs in the Home Improvement section.  Moderators, will you please move this to the appropriate section?  Thanks!)

 

[chrisrosenb]

The first thing you need to do is check the local building code & neighborhood rules.
Some areas limit the height & type of fence that can be in the front yard area of a house.

That being said, I have seen privacy fences extend into the front yard.
If you do not get along with your neighbor, I would recommend getting a property survey done before building the fence. 

 

[mastercabman]

The first thing you need to do is check the local building code & neighborhood rules.
Some areas limit the height & type of fence that can be in the front yard area of a house.

That being said, I have seen privacy fences extend into the front yard.
If you do not get along with your neighbor, I would recommend getting a property survey done before building the fence. 

You do need to check local codes before you start.I would go with something like "TALL AND GREEN"  He may complain about branches but he is only allow to cut what hangs on his property.

The other choice would be to get a German Shepherd dog.  He will never bother you again,      ever!    [laughing]

 

[Kodi Crescent]

I've checked the local codes.  No neighborhood rules and I'm allowed 6' high fences in the front and the back.  I would like something tall and green, but I only have about 10" between the edge of my driveway and the property line.  Probably not enough to grow anything without it being killed by the guy for invading his airspace.  I just finished remodeling my yard, and this guy was a huge jerk about the whole thing.

I may use the same fencing design from the back yard but increase the space between the boards to give it a more open feel.

 

[Kevin D.]

Maybe Bamboo might be the answer.

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[extiger]

We have the same issue along the side of our driveway. My wife works at a movie studio and they need portable screen/trellis affairs. So the carpentry shops build a 2"x2" frame frame with Trestle Table legs. They move them around a lot and you can frequently be seen on TV and in movies in wedding scenes and backyard settings. With potted plants in front. You can make the frame appeared mounted in the ground with Astro Turf bundled around the legs.

So, how does it screen off the view? Here's the key. The frame will accept any 4x8 size of diagonal plastic trellis material. Or slanted vertical/horizontal wooden slats, allowing light to pass but blocking a direct view of what's behind.  The slats are angled as in a Venetian or Roman Blind. We have three and screen off trash barrels or sometimes position them in front of something valuable we don't want seen from the street. Lose the Trestle Table feet and you can dig post holes for a permanent install. Assuming your upright Stiles are long enough.

Gary Curtis

 

[kev carpenter]

I did the same kind of thing on a customers house i have been renovating and they have 2 dogs that try
to attack the neighbours (well lick them to death , but doesnt that way if its you) . in the end it looks good and smart
if done right i made my arches go down the way instead of up and just before the i came to the gate i dropped the hight to 4f
with a big swooping arch looks nice and non fortress looking and now its a nice feature for the house

Will put up picks up soon as i am going back to take pics etc for website