Material Restrictions: San Antonio vs Universal City
How do material restrictions rules compare between San Antonio, TX and Universal City, TX?
San Antonio and Universal City have similar restriction levels.
San Antonio, TX
Bexar County
San Antonio UDC §35-514 specifies approved fence materials: wood, chain link, stone, rock, concrete block, masonry brick, decorative wrought iron, or similar durable materials. Prohibited materials include plywood under 5/8", particle board, paper, plastic tarp, and items not designed as fencing.
View full San Antonio rules →Universal City, TX
Bexar County
Universal City allows wood, masonry, wrought iron, vinyl, and chain-link fences but restricts barbed wire, razor wire, and electric fences in residential zones.
View full Universal City rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | San Antonio | Universal City |
|---|---|---|
| Approved | Wood, chain link, stone, iron | - |
| Prohibited | Particle board, tarp, thin plywood | - |
| Barbed Wire | Prohibited residential | - |
| Setback | None — can be on property line | - |
| Allowed | - | Wood, masonry, iron, vinyl, chain-link |
| Prohibited Residential | - | Barbed, razor, electric |
| Commercial Barbed | - | Allowed above 6 feet |
| HOA | - | Often stricter than city |
| Max Fine | - | Up to 500 dollars |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
San Antonio FAQ
What fence materials are allowed in San Antonio?
Wood, chain link, stone, rock, concrete block, masonry brick, pre-cast concrete panels, and decorative wrought iron. The DSD director may approve other durable materials.
Can I use barbed wire on my residential fence?
No. Barbed wire, razor wire, and similar materials are prohibited in residential areas. They're allowed only at government facilities and by exception for nonresidential properties.
Universal City FAQ
Can I top my rear fence with barbed wire to stop trespassers?
Not in residential districts. Use a taller fence or add security cameras instead.
Are invisible electric dog fences allowed?
Underground pet containment systems are allowed; above-ground electrified fencing is not allowed in residential zones.
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