16F1C030 Fence Permit Checklist¶

Fence Permit

Checklist Documents to be submitted: O

Elevation Plan (picture or specification sheet) showing fence/wall design details

and height of fence/wall, posts, columns, and ornament. O Property boundaries showing property lines, existing structures, and proposed fence and gates must be submitted with application.

Sec. 27.954 Height O

Fences and masonry walls may not exceed 4 feet in height when located in the front yard or 8 feet in height when located in any other (non-front) yard. Gates

may be up to 6 feet in height in front yard. O

Gates providing vehicle access shall be set back at least 10 feet from the right-

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of-way or 20 feet from back of curb, whichever results in a greater setback. Fences and masonry walls over 3 feet in height shall include a column or decorative element at least every 8 linear feet (measured horizontally) to provide architectural variations and eliminate large expanses of blank area. Masonry wall and fence heights are measured from finished grade at the base of the fence or masonry wall to the highest point of the fence or wall. Fence and masonry wall columns, posts and ornaments are permitted to exceed maximum allowed fence and wall heights by up to 2 feet.

Sec. 27.955 Fence Materials and Design O

Chain link fences are prohibited in street yard areas of R-zoned lots.

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The finished side of all fences shall face the abutting property and public right-ofway.

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Fences on R-zoned lots may not include barbed wire, spikes, or similar devices,

or an electric charge.