Key takeaways
- Rules vary by city, county and neighborhood
- Height, setbacks and materials are common limits
- Front yards are often stricter than back yards
- Drawings and samples make approvals faster
Fence rules are local, so the honest answer is that it depends on where you live.
What is usually checked
Height, how far the fence sits from the property line, materials and the look from the street.
Associations
A neighborhood association may need to approve the design separately from the city.
How we help
We help you work out what applies and prepare simple drawings and material details for the review.
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Questions about your own property? Call or text 800-224-9245, or use the estimate form below.