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Jeffersontown vs Louisville

How do height limits rules compare between Jeffersontown, KY and Louisville, KY?

Jeffersontown, KY

Jefferson County

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Louisville, KY

Jefferson County

Some Restrictions

Louisville Metro LDC sets fence heights by location and form district. Front yards allow 42 inches (Traditional) or 48 inches (Suburban). Side and rear yards allow up to 8 feet for privacy fences or 6 feet for see-through fences. Fences within 5 feet of a sidewalk are measured from the sidewalk elevation.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactJeffersontownLouisville
Code Section-LDC Ch. 4 (Form District Standards)
Front Yard — Traditional Districts-Max 42 inches
Front Yard — Suburban Districts-Max 48 inches
Rear/Side Privacy Fence-Max 8 feet
Rear/Side See-Through Fence-Max 6 feet
Vision Clearance Zone-Max 2 ft above curb level

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Jeffersontown FAQ

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Louisville FAQ

How tall can my fence be in Louisville?

Louisville Metro LDC sets fence heights by location and form district. Front yards allow 42 inches (Traditional) or 48 inches (Suburban). Side and rear yards allow up to 8 feet for privacy fences or 6 feet for see-through fences. Fences within 5 feet of a sidewalk are measured from the sidewalk...

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

Code Section: LDC Ch. 4 (Form District Standards). Front Yard — Traditional Districts: Max 42 inches. Front Yard — Suburban Districts: Max 48 inches. Rear/Side Privacy Fence: Max 8 feet.

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