The Nizhny Novgorod city hall proposed to enclose construction sites with "wood-like" fences.

      On July 13, 2026, at 18:33, Society The administration of Nizhny Novgorod has put forward for public consultations a draft of changes to the city's improvement regulations. The document provides for the introduction of a new type of fencing for construction sites.

      As stated in the explanatory note, the changes are aimed at creating a favorable architectural environment and improving the visual perception of urban spaces. An additional task is to maintain the attractiveness of the historical part of the city and not to create an unfavorable background for cultural heritage sites during construction, reconstruction, and repair.

      The document notes that the existing types of construction fencing do not always harmonize with the buildings of the 17th-19th centuries that characterize the historical center. At the same time, the current market for building materials allows for the use of more aesthetic solutions.

      Photo: from project documentation The project proposes to supplement the list of fences with a new option - structures made of fiber cement or composite panels with a decorative coating that mimics the texture and color of natural wood. The document also notes that only these will be used on several streets in the central part of the city.

      Such panels are a composite material. Fiber cement consists of cement, quartz sand, cellulose fibers, and special additives, while composite panels are made of several layers that work as a single structure. The decorative coating is applied to the front side, giving it an aesthetic appearance and protecting it from external influences.

      According to the project, the fences should be visually permeable, safe during installation and operation, convenient for assembly and disassembly, durable, and modular. It is also planned to allow for their reuse, the absence of deep foundations, and to ensure the safe movement of pedestrians and vehicles.

      Earlier, it was reported that in 2026, seven public spaces in Nizhny Novgorod would be improved for 404 million rubles. NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has channels on Telegram and MAX. Subscribe to stay informed about major events, exclusive materials, and timely information. Copyright © 1999—2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod". When reprinting, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is mandatory. This resource may contain materials 18+