Height Limits: Mcallen vs Mission
How do height limits rules compare between Mcallen, TX and Mission, TX?
Mcallen and Mission have similar restriction levels.
Mcallen, TX
Hidalgo County
McAllen limits residential fences to 6 feet in rear and side yards, 4 feet in front. Properties near the US-Mexico border in southern McAllen may have additional security fencing considerations. Corner lot visibility triangles enforced.
View full Mcallen rules →Mission, TX
Hidalgo County
Fence height limits in Mission are governed by Appendix A – Zoning. No statewide height preemption applies. Typical residential standards in South Texas: 6 ft rear/side, 4 ft front yard.
View full Mission rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Mcallen | Mission |
|---|---|---|
| Front Yard | 4 feet maximum | Typically 4 feet maximum |
| Rear/Side | 6 feet maximum | Typically 6 feet maximum |
| Border Area | Security fencing varies | - |
| Visibility | Corner triangles enforced | - |
| Code | - | Mission Appendix A – Zoning |
| Contact | - | Mission Planning & Zoning |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Mcallen FAQ
How tall can my fence be?
6 feet rear/side, 4 feet front yard typical. Check Mcallen zoning for exact limits.
Can I go higher?
Taller fences require a variance from the city.
Mission FAQ
How tall can my fence be in Mission?
Fence height limits in Mission are governed by Appendix A – Zoning. No statewide height preemption applies. Typical residential standards in South Texas: 6 ft rear/side, 4 ft front yard.
What is the maximum fence height for front yards in Mission?
Code: Mission Appendix A – Zoning. Rear/Side: Typically 6 feet maximum. Front Yard: Typically 4 feet maximum. Contact: Mission Planning & Zoning.
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