Hollywood Code §155.12 governs fences. In residential areas, no specific maximum fence height applies outside of the corner setback area (2 ft max, or 4 ft if City Engineer approves). Corner setbacks are delineated by a line connecting points 25 ft along property lines from street intersections. Building permit required for all fence installation/replacement.
§155.12 sets fence height rules. Height measured from grade at a point 1 ft from fence. If adjacent property is lower, fence height as measured from adjacent grade may not exceed permitted height by more than 3 ft. Corner setback area: max 2 ft (may be 4 ft with City Engineer approval). View triangle: fences must be unobstructed between 30–72 inches above ground. Wood fences: exterior must be finished; in front yard setback or visible from street, finished on both sides. All posts/rails must face inside of property.
Fences exceeding height limits or using prohibited materials in restricted districts result in Code Enforcement citations.
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