Planting
Tree and shrub distance from the fence
United Arab Emirates
Set by the municipality’s landscape rules — tall trees ~3 m from the boundary and ~2 m from buried cables/pipes. Recommended (safe): tree ≥3 m, shrub ≥1 m.
Distances and rules
Tall trees are planted farthest from the boundary, shrubs closest, so crown and roots do not shade or damage the neighbour’s plot or utilities.
Tall tree (recommended)
Recommended: at least 3 m from the boundary (≥2 m from buried cables/pipes)
Local rules
Shrub (recommended)
Recommended: at least 1 m
Local rules
Important limitation
This is a planning aid, not a legal opinion. Before construction, check the local land-use rules, easements, the network/utility operator’s requirements and neighbour buildings.
