Height Limits: Bellevue vs Kent
How do height limits rules compare between Bellevue, WA and Kent, WA?
Bellevue and Kent have similar restriction levels.
Bellevue, WA
King County
Bellevue caps fences at 4 ft in front yards and 6 ft in side and rear yards under LUC 20.20.400. Corner visibility triangles limit height to 3 ft. Fences over 6 ft need a permit.
View full Bellevue rules →Kent, WA
King County
Kent limits front yard fences to 4 feet and side and rear yard fences to 6 feet under KCC 15.08. Fences over 6 feet require a building permit and structural review.
View full Kent rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Bellevue | Kent |
|---|---|---|
| Front Yard | 4 feet max | 4 feet maximum |
| Side/Rear | 6 feet max | - |
| Sight Triangle | 3 feet within 15 ft | - |
| Code | LUC 20.20.400 | - |
| Side and Rear | - | 6 feet maximum |
| Over 6 Feet | - | Permit required |
| Clear Sight Corner | - | 30 inches within 10 ft |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Bellevue FAQ
How tall can my fence be in Bellevue?
4 feet in the front yard and 6 feet in side and rear yards. Fences over 6 feet require a building permit.
Are corner lots treated differently?
Yes. Fences within 15 feet of a street intersection are capped at 3 feet for visibility under LUC 20.20.400.
Kent FAQ
How tall can my fence be in Kent?
4 feet in the front yard and 6 feet in side and rear yards. Anything over 6 feet requires a building permit under KCC 15.08.
Are barbed wire fences legal in Kent?
Only in industrial and agricultural zones. Residential barbed wire or electric fences are prohibited under KCC 15.08.
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