Haltom City, TX Fence Regulations: Height Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- Rear and Side Yard
- 6 feet maximum
- Front Yard
- 4 feet maximum, open style
- Visibility Triangle
- 30 inches on corner lots
- Non-Residential
- Up to 8 feet with permit
- Pool Barrier
- 48-inch minimum, separate rule
Summary
Haltom City limits residential fences to 6 feet in rear and side yards and 4 feet in front yards. Corner lots have visibility triangle limits. Non-residential fences may reach 8 feet with permit review.
Sec. 202.022. SWIMMING POOL ENCLOSURES. (a) In this section, "swimming pool enclosure" means a fence that:(1) surrounds a water feature, including a swimming pool or spa;(2) consists of transparent mesh or clear panels set in metal frames;(3) is not more than six feet in height; and(4) is designed to not be climbable.(b) A property owners' association:(1) may not adopt or enforce a provision in a dedicatory instrument that prohibits or restricts a property owner from installing on the property owner's property a swimming pool enclosure that conforms to applicable state or local safety requirements; and(2) may adopt and enforce a provision in a dedicatory instrument establishing lim
Full Breakdown
Under the Haltom City zoning ordinance, residential fences in rear and interior side yards are limited to a maximum of 6 feet in height, measured from the adjacent finished grade. Front-yard fences are capped at 4 feet, and any front-yard fence within the setback must be open-style (wrought iron or picket) rather than solid board. Corner lots must maintain a visibility triangle at the intersection where fence height inside the triangle is limited to 30 inches to preserve sight lines for drivers. Non-residential fences, including screening for industrial and commercial properties along Denton Highway and Loop 820, may extend up to 8 feet with administrative review and building permit. Fences exceeding the height limits require a variance from the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Pool-barrier fences follow a separate standard of 48-inch minimum with self-closing and self-latching gates under the adopted International Residential Code. Contact the Building Inspections division at City Hall, (817) 222-7700.
Violations & Fines
Class C misdemeanor; fine up to 500 dollars per day. Non-compliant fences must be brought into compliance or removed after notice from Code Enforcement.
Frequently Asked Questions
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