The regulations set forth in this chapter apply to fences and
walls in all zones.
(Ord. 601 § 1, 1983; Ord. 94-884)
A. Any
fence not exceeding four feet in height may be located on any part
of a lot.
B. Any
fence not exceeding six feet in height may be located on any part
of a lot except the front yard of all lots or the street side yard
on a reversed corner lot.
(Ord. 601 § 1, 1983; Ord. 94-884)
A. Sharp,
pointed, barbed or electrically charged fences are prohibited.
B. Fences (including retaining walls) shall be constructed of new or suitable used material, shall conform with the methods of construction pursuant to the requirements of the Uniform Building Code as adopted by reference and modified by Chapter
15.04 of this code, and shall be maintained in a state of good repair. Any dilapidated, dangerous or unsightly fence or retaining wall shall be repaired or removed. Temporary materials shall not be permitted as a fencing material.
C. Fences
and walls are prohibited in the street or alley right-of-way, except
as may be permitted by encroachment agreement.
D. Solid,
sight-obstructing fences and landscaping over two and one-half feet
in height shall not be located in a twenty-five-foot corner clear
zone at the intersection of two streets or in a ten-foot corner clear
zone at the intersection of a street and an alley. Open nonsight obstructing
fencing may be permitted in the corner clear zones to a height of
four feet, subject to the approval of the community development department.
(Ord. 94-884; Ord. 98-931 § 8; Ord. 98-933 § 1(5))
A. See Section
19.48.150. For provisions regarding fences and walls in parking areas.
B. Fences
or walls required to enclose refuse and recycling storage areas may
be located on any part of the lot except in the required front yard
and street side yard setback area, provided they immediately enclose
such refuse storage areas.
(Ord. 601 § 1, 1983; Ord. 94-884)