Height Limits: Charlotte vs Nashville
How do height limits rules compare between Charlotte, NC and Nashville, TN?
Charlotte and Nashville have similar restriction levels.
Charlotte, NC
Mecklenburg County
Charlotte's Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) Article 17 caps residential fences at 5 feet in front setbacks, 6 feet in side setbacks, and 8 feet in rear setbacks within Neighborhood 1, Neighborhood 2, and MHP districts. Other zoning districts allow up to 8 feet along frontages with the portion above 3 feet required to be at least 75% open. Sight triangles and stormwater easements are protected.
View full Charlotte rules →Nashville, TN
Davidson County
Nashville's zoning code sets fence height limits by location on the property. Solid fences within 10 feet of the street right-of-way are limited to 30 inches. Side and rear yard fences may reach 8 feet.
View full Nashville rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Charlotte | Nashville |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| Within 10 ft of ROW (solid) | - | 30 inches maximum |
| Within 10 ft of ROW (open/chain link) | - | 6 feet maximum |
| Front Setback Remainder | - | 6 feet maximum |
| Side/Rear Yard | - | 8 feet maximum |
| Corner Lot | - | 35-ft visibility triangle restriction applies |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Charlotte FAQ
Nashville FAQ
How tall can my fence be in Nashville?
Nashville's zoning code sets fence height limits by location on the property. Solid fences within 10 feet of the street right-of-way are limited to 30 inches. Side and rear yard fences may reach 8 feet.
What is the maximum fence height for front yards in Nashville?
Within 10 ft of ROW (solid): 30 inches maximum. Within 10 ft of ROW (open/chain link): 6 feet maximum. Front Setback Remainder: 6 feet maximum. Side/Rear Yard: 8 feet maximum.
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