🧱 Fence Regulations/Height Limits

Height Limits: Edmonds vs Everett

How do height limits rules compare between Edmonds, WA and Everett, WA?

Edmonds and Everett have similar restriction levels.

Edmonds, WA

Snohomish County

Some Restrictions

Fence height limits are set by Edmonds Community Development Code Ch. 17.30. In general, fences up to 6 ft are allowed in rear and side yards; front yard fences are limited to 4 ft. A decorative trellis may add up to 2 ft, for a maximum of 8 ft. Fences over 6 ft must comply with the applicable building setback.

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Everett, WA

Snohomish County

Some Restrictions

Everett limits residential fences: typically 6 feet in rear/side, 3 to 4 feet in front yard. Corner lots have visibility requirements.

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Key Facts Comparison

Fact	Edmonds	Everett
Rear/Side Yard	Maximum 6 ft	-
Front Yard	Maximum 4 ft	3 to 4 feet typical
Trellis Addition	Up to 2 ft extra (max 8 ft total)	-
Code	ECDC Ch. 17.30	-
Rear/Side	-	6 feet typical
Taller	-	Variance required
Critical Areas	-	May need GMA review

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Edmonds FAQ

How tall can my fence be in Edmonds?

What is the maximum fence height for front yards in Edmonds?

Rear/Side Yard: Maximum 6 ft. Front Yard: Maximum 4 ft. Trellis Addition: Up to 2 ft extra (max 8 ft total). Code: ECDC Ch. 17.30.

Everett FAQ

How tall can my fence be?

6 feet rear/side, 3 to 4 feet front yard typical. Check Everett zoning for exact limits.

Can I go higher?

Taller fences require a variance from the city.

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