Sure, just invite them over for dinner.

There should be no problem with the couple of feet of the fence. If you are not considering a cooking space (eliminating the need to invite the neighbors for dinner) some great designs are included on the Concrete Network site, http://www.concretenetwork.com/photo-gallery.... Be sure to keep us posted on our progress. Good luck!

Patrick the best, thing to do is talk to the Building department and then loop your neighbor into the activity and discuss with him your thoughts. I don't think it should be a problem unless the backside is exposed to his fence.

Yamini is right all Property lines have a set back line that no fixed object can be built past.

Check with your local building official to see what setbacks that you would have to follow it is better safe than sorry. Good Luck

Surely better safe than sorry. Get permissions needed so there is not an unnecessary war between friends/neighbors.

I'm with James. when finished invite them over for a BBQ

@@@@harold,,,i guess get them well,,fed for the demolition project,,LOL

POUR A PAD,,concrete pad ,,slight turn down slab,,to dimensions,,should be super kool,,,i apologize being sarcastic,,,make sure your foundation is levelwire and mesh tied offwell,,,biggest problem i found is that without a solid base ,,,,in the years ,,hot ,,cold,,,fire,,,they start to sag,,,,and crack ,,,unless you first cast and pour ,,then foscade with exterior,rock ,,brick etc,

Check local set backs from building department. Get permits if required. and do the job properly so you and your new best friend that will smell the great cooking odors will enjoy this for years to come.

We are looking to build a play ground next the property line in Sandy Springs and they are requiring a variance for any accessory structures within 10 feet of the back and side yards. I would call the permit department if the ordinance is not already posted online.

Also if you have an HOA they have rules. Ours requires the 10 foot setback from property lines for any permanent structure.

It really doesn't matter if your neighbor is fine with this. Local jurisdictions like Building department, Fire department, and land use associations may or may not have rules in place that could cost you a lot if you don't check and do things right from the beginning.