Mesa regulates fence and wall heights through the zoning ordinance in Title 11. Residential fences are generally limited to 6 feet in side and rear yards and 3 feet in front yards, with specific rules for corner lots and sight visibility.
Mesa's zoning ordinance establishes fence and wall height limits by yard location. In residential districts, side and rear yard fences can be up to 6 feet tall. Front yard fences are limited to 3 feet to maintain neighborhood visibility and aesthetics. Corner lots have additional restrictions to preserve sight triangles at intersections. Walls along arterial streets may have different height allowances. The zoning code addresses materials, design compatibility, and relationship to property lines. Building permits may be required for block walls.
Non-compliant fences may trigger code compliance action requiring modification or removal. Building without required permits can result in fines and mandatory correction.
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