Height Limits: Denver vs Nashville
How do height limits rules compare between Denver, CO and Nashville, TN?
Denver and Nashville have similar restriction levels.
Denver, CO
Denver County
Denver limits front yard fences to 4 feet and rear/side yard fences to 6 feet in residential zones. Taller fences require over-height permits and must be less than 50% solid.
View full Denver 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 | Denver | Nashville |
|---|---|---|
| Front Yard Max | 4 feet | - |
| Rear/Side Yard Max | 6 feet (zoning permit required) | - |
| Over-Height Permit | Required above 6 feet | - |
| Solidity Rule | Over-height sections <50% solid | - |
| Historic Districts | Additional Landmark review required | - |
| 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.
Denver FAQ
How tall can my fence be in Denver?
Denver limits front yard fences to 4 feet and rear/side yard fences to 6 feet in residential zones. Taller fences require over-height permits and must be less than 50% solid.
What is the maximum fence height for front yards in Denver?
Front Yard Max: 4 feet. Rear/Side Yard Max: 6 feet (zoning permit required). Over-Height Permit: Required above 6 feet. Solidity Rule: Over-height sections <50% solid.
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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