Fence Regulations in Boise, ID (2026)
6 verified fence regulations for Boise, Idaho, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Height Limits
Boise fence height limits under BCC 11-04-03.3.B: 4 feet maximum in front yards, 6 feet in side and rear yards. Corner lots have sight-triangle restrictions. Fences over 6 feet require a building permit and structural review.
Fences: Height Limits
Some RestrictionsPermit Requirements
Fences 6 feet or less in Boise residential zones do not require a building permit. Over 6 feet requires a permit through Planning and Development Services. Historic District fences of any height require Historic Preservation Commission review.
Fences: Permits
Few RestrictionsNeighbor Fence Rules
Idaho has no statewide shared-fence cost statute. Boise follows common law: fence on the property line is jointly owned; fence set back on one owner's side belongs to that owner. Disputes are civil matters resolved in Ada County small claims court.
Fences: Neighbor Rules
Few RestrictionsPool Barriers
Boise requires a 48-inch (4-foot) barrier around all swimming pools under the Idaho Building Code and IRC Appendix G as adopted. Self-closing, self-latching gates with latches 54 inches above grade are mandatory. Applies to pools over 24 inches deep.
Fences: Pool Fencing
Heavy RestrictionsFence Requirements
Boise fence setbacks align with zoning district setbacks for structures over 6 feet. Fences 6 feet and under have no setback requirement but must respect the 30-foot corner sight triangle and 10-foot clear vision area at driveways under BCC 11-04.
Fences: Setback Requirements
Some RestrictionsMaterial Restrictions
Boise permits wood, vinyl, metal, composite, and masonry fences. Barbed wire and electric fences are prohibited in residential zones. Foothills wildfire overlay restricts combustible fence materials within 5 feet of structures.