Celina, TX Fence Regulations: Height Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- Max height
- 8 feet (excludes caps)
- Front-yard fence cap
- 36 inches
- Corner-lot setback
- 15 feet from curb
- Permit required
- Yes, for most construction or repair
- Fence installers
- Must register with the city
Summary
Celina caps residential fences at 8 feet, requires a permit for construction or repair, and sets a 15-foot corner-lot setback from the curb, with front-yard fences limited to 36 inches.
(1) Maximum height of residential fences. Fences shall not be greater than eight (8) feet in height, excluding an allowance for ground clearance and decorative caps. ... (5) Fences located on corner lots. On all corner lots, fences shall not be closer than fifteen (15) feet from the face of any curb, unless otherwise approved by the director. ... (8) Fences in front yards. Fences and walls are only allowed in front yards up to thirty-six (36) inches in height and must be either: split-rail, wrought iron, picket fence, or decorative masonry wall.
Full Breakdown
Under UDC § 14.04.305, Celina residential fences cannot exceed 8 feet in height, excluding ground clearance and decorative caps, and require a building permit for construction, alteration, or repair exceeding 50% of any fence run in a 12-month period. Fences on corner lots must sit at least 15 feet from the face of the curb unless the director approves otherwise. Front-yard fences and walls are capped at 36 inches and must be split-rail, wrought iron, picket, or decorative masonry, roughly 50% open. Fences cannot encroach on any property line, and side or rear fences backing to a right-of-way must be cedar board-on-board with a decorative cap facing the street.
Violations & Fines
Constructing or repairing a fence out of compliance, or without a required permit, is unlawful under the code. Leaning, unstable, improperly supported, or deteriorated fences are also unlawful and subject to citation until repaired or removed.
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