{"id":6505,"date":"2025-01-24T17:35:09","date_gmt":"2025-01-24T17:35:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cloture-discount.fr\/distriblog\/uncategorized\/installing-a-privacy-screen-tenant-or-owner\/"},"modified":"2026-09-07T14:37:23","modified_gmt":"2026-09-07T14:37:23","slug":"installing-a-privacy-screen-tenant-or-owner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cloture-discount.fr\/distriblog\/en\/advice\/installing-a-privacy-screen-tenant-or-owner\/","title":{"rendered":"Installing a privacy screen: tenant or owner?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

No one likes being watched by passers-by. In that case, nothing beats installing a good blackout privacy screen<\/a>. But who is responsible for installing a privacy screen<\/a>? Is it the tenant or the owner who must take the necessary steps, and what regulations apply? Let us look at this in detail. <\/p>\n\n

Tenants\u2019 rights to install a privacy screen<\/h2>\n\n

The tenant has a right to privacy<\/strong> and may wish to protect their privacy<\/strong> on their balcony or in their garden. The law allows them to install a temporary privacy screen without making structural changes to the property<\/strong>. In practice, this means they can install removable solutions such as a reed screen<\/a> or a fabric privacy screen<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n

More substantial work<\/strong> requires the owner\u2019s prior written consent, in particular to fix posts or a rigid privacy screen. The tenant must be able to restore the property to its original condition when they leave. <\/p>\n

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Permissions required from the owner<\/h2>\n\n

For any permanent installation project<\/strong>, the tenant must send a detailed request to the owner by registered letter. This request will specify the type of privacy screen<\/a> planned, how it will be fixed, and its exact location on the property. <\/p>\n\n

The owner has a two-month period to respond<\/strong>. Their written consent is essential before starting any work. If they refuse, the tenant will need to opt for temporary, removable solutions. <\/p>\n\n

Different types of privacy screens permitted in rental properties<\/h2>\n\n

Temporary privacy screens<\/strong> such as willow or bamboo reed screens, stretched fabric screens, and artificial hedges on a mobile support are permitted without special authorisation. These solutions protect privacy without damaging the property. <\/p>\n\n

Rigid privacy screens<\/strong> in aluminium or PVC require the owner\u2019s consent because they involve permanent fixings. To avoid any dispute at the end of the lease, the tenant may prefer removable systems<\/strong> that do not alter the structure of the property. <\/p>\n\n

Owner responsibilities and obligations<\/h2>\n\n

The owner cannot object without a valid reason to the installation of a temporary privacy screen<\/strong> that complies with condominium rules. They must guarantee peaceful enjoyment of the premises for their tenant, which includes the right to privacy. <\/p>\n\n

As long as the privacy screen complies with regulations<\/a>, under the local planning rules (PLU) and the condominium rules. <\/p>\n\n

If the privacy screen is damaged due to a lack of building maintenance, such as a poorly secured gutter that drains directly onto a fence, the owner will have to cover the repairs. The rental agreement<\/strong> may specify the conditions for installing and maintaining privacy screens. <\/p>\n\n

Temporary solutions to protect your privacy<\/h2>\n\n

Cloture Discount<\/a> offers several options suitable for tenants: natural willow or bamboo reed screens, micro-perforated fabric privacy screens with eyelets, artificial hedges<\/a>. These solutions are easy to install and remove. <\/p>\n\n

For balconies<\/a>, polyester privacy screens fixed with bungee cords or cable offer a good alternative. Planters with climbing plants are also a plant-based solution approved by most owners. <\/p>\n

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Dans le m\u00eame th\u00e8me<\/h3>\n