Fence Regulations in Palm Beach County, FL (2026)

6 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 5 cities in Palm Beach County, Florida.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Palm Beach County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Height Limits

Residential fences in unincorporated PBC are limited to 6 feet in side and rear yards and 4 feet in front yards. Corner lots have a 25-foot visibility triangle restriction. Maximum 8 feet allowed adjacent to commercial or arterial roadways with permit.

Fences: Height Limits

Some Restrictions

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Permit Requirements

A building permit is required for all fences over 4 feet high and for any pool barrier in unincorporated PBC. Fee is approximately $75 plus inspection. Wind-load engineering required for fences in coastal areas.

Fences: Permits

Some Restrictions

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Neighbor Fence Rules

Florida is not a shared-cost fence state. Each owner pays for their own fence in unincorporated PBC. Spite fences erected to annoy neighbors are actionable under FL §823.11. Boundary surveys are recommended before construction.

Fences: Neighbor Rules

Few Restrictions

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Pool Barriers

Florida Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act (FL §515) requires a 4-foot minimum barrier around all residential pools. PBC enforces strict inspection during permit closeout. At least one additional safety feature (alarm, cover, or self-closing exterior doors) is mandatory.

Fences: Pool Fencing

Heavy Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Fence Requirements

Corner lots in unincorporated PBC must maintain a clear 25-foot visibility triangle measured from the intersection of curb lines. Fences, walls, hedges and signs over 30 inches are prohibited within the triangle.

Fences: Corner Visibility

Heavy Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Material Restrictions

Acceptable fence materials in unincorporated PBC include wood, vinyl, aluminum, chain-link (rear/side only in residential zones), CMU walls, and PVC. Razor wire is prohibited; chain-link in front yards is restricted in most residential zones.