Skip to main content
CityRuleLookup

Fence Regulations in Gresham, OR (2026)

3 verified fence regulations for Gresham, Oregon, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Height Limits

Gresham Development Code §9.0400 regulates fence heights. Front yard fences are limited to 3.5 feet and side/rear yard fences to 6 feet in residential zones.

Gresham Fence Height Limits

Some Restrictions

Permit Requirements

Most residential fences in Gresham do not require a building permit if they meet standard height limits. Fences on or near property lines should verify placement with a survey.

Gresham Fence Permit Requirements

Few Restrictions

Neighbor Fence Rules

Gresham allows fences on property lines. Oregon law does not require neighbor consent for fences on your own property. Shared fence maintenance costs may be split by agreement.

Gresham Neighbor Fence Rules

Few Restrictions

Looking for Multnomah County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Gresham city rules.

Fence Regulations in Multnomah County