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Fence Regulations in Jackson, TN (2026)

1 verified fence regulations for Jackson, Tennessee, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Material Restrictions

In the City of Jackson, Tennessee, property owners may not erect or maintain a barbed wire fence along or adjacent to any street, square or public alley under Jackson Municipal Code § 11-806. An industrial-zone exception allows barbed wire strung above a six-foot (6') chain-link fence, and the chief of police can cut down a noncompliant fence after one day's notice.

Jackson TN Barbed Wire Fence Restriction

Some Restrictions

Jackson Municipal Code § 11-806

It shall be unlawful for any property owner or his agent to erect, maintain or permit a barbed wire fence on his premises along or adjacent to any street, square or public alley in the city. If, after one (1) day's notice the fence is not removed, it shall be the duty of the chief of police to cut and remove the wires of such fence. ... Provided, however, that within industrial areas as provide...