In all residential zones a wall or fence shall be no taller than four feet within
the front building setback area, provided that a height of six feet is permitted within
the front setback area if the top two feet is constructed of material that is at least
50 percent open work. The fence height may be a maximum six feet between the front
setback line and mid point of the lot. The fence height may be a maximum of eight
feet from the mid point of a lot to the rear property line, provided that the top
two feet is constructed of a material that is at least 25 percent open (Note: lattice
is 25 percent open). All vision clearance requirements per section 17.94.090 (driveways, street and alley corners) shall be maintained. The finished side (side
without the support) of a fence must face the neighboring property or street if on
a corner lot. Fence post supports may contain a decorative cap that does not exceed
six inches above the maximum fence height. Fences taller than six feet in height require
a building permit.
A maximum fence height of six feet is permitted in commercial zones. Barbed wire or
electric fencing is allowed only above the top of fence that is solid or is chain
link and is at least six feet tall.
