Sorry for the long winded post.
Bit of background, we moved into a Semi 3 yrs ago and at the time not having a fence between was not an issue. There are trees/plants on both sides of the boundary. Over time we noticed what a huge problem the urban foxes were, they run between the gardens and again it wasn't really an issue until we had our lb. we cannot do picnics or barbecues (they come at the slightest hint of food) and we have to be right next to my lb at all times. they hide in the bushes and within seconds they are practically right next to you. we have had a few very scary moments last summer where he crawled over to touch the leaves etc and they have snapped at us. I know a fence wont stop them coming in but it surely will stop this from happening. also with my lb being a bit older he wants to explore and says "mummy I go".
So, the fence is my neighbours responsibility. we had a brief discussion about the foxes and her response was I dont really need a fence as the trees are quite full (they are not) and even if she had the money it wouldnt fix the fix issue. we obviously feel differently as our lb's safety comes first. we also dont have the cash but are will to take a loan to cover. We have looked into it and know that we can do it but would have to sacrifice 30cm from the boundary. my oh thinks that as we are paying, the only way he will go ahead is if we do it on the boundary.
I would like to get this sorted without any issues and would gladly sacrifice the space but see his point too. How would you approach the neighbour though??? They would probably need access on her side to install and this will be our long term home so really dont want to rub anyone up the wrong way.
any advise welcome.
thanks