Height Limits: Leominster vs Webster
How do height limits rules compare between Leominster, MA and Webster, MA?
Webster has fewer restrictions than Leominster.
Leominster, MA
Worcester County
Fence height limits set by Leominster Zoning Ordinance (Ch. 22). MA state law (MGL c. 49) governs legal fences and spite fences. Permit required for fences over 7 ft (780 CMR state building code).
View full Leominster rules →Webster, MA
Worcester County
No county fence ordinance. Fence height limits are set by individual city and town zoning bylaws. Typical MA residential limits are 4 ft in front yards and 6 ft in rear/side yards, but each municipality varies.
View full Webster rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Leominster | Webster |
|---|---|---|
| State Law | MGL c. 49; 780 CMR (permit over 7 ft) | - |
| Local Code | Ch. 22 (Zoning) sets district rules | - |
| Typical | 4 ft front yard; 6 ft rear/side | - |
| Contact | Building/Zoning: 978-534-7510 | Local zoning/building dept. |
| County Code | - | None — county abolished 1998 |
| Authority | - | Each city/town zoning |
| Typical MA | - | 4 ft front, 6 ft rear/side |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Leominster FAQ
How tall can my fence be in Leominster?
Fence height limits set by Leominster Zoning Ordinance (Ch. 22). MA state law (MGL c. 49) governs legal fences and spite fences. Permit required for fences over 7 ft (780 CMR state building code).
What is the maximum fence height for front yards in Leominster?
State Law: MGL c. 49; 780 CMR (permit over 7 ft). Local Code: Ch. 22 (Zoning) sets district rules. Typical: 4 ft front yard; 6 ft rear/side. Contact: Building/Zoning: 978-534-7510.
Webster FAQ
How tall can my fence be in Worcester County?
No county fence ordinance. Fence height limits are set by individual city and town zoning bylaws. Typical MA residential limits are 4 ft in front yards and 6 ft in rear/side yards, but each municipality varies.
What is the maximum fence height for front yards in Worcester County?
County Code: None — county abolished 1998. Authority: Each city/town zoning. Typical MA: 4 ft front, 6 ft rear/side. Contact: Local zoning/building dept..
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