Round Rock, TX Fence Regulations: Height Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- Rear/Side Yard Max
- 6 feet
- Front Yard Max
- 4 feet
- Code Section
- Zoning Code Ch. 8, Art. IV §8-35
- Sight Triangle
- Applicable at intersections
Summary
Round Rock limits fence height to 6 feet in rear and side yards, and 4 feet in front yards. Zoning Code Ch. 8, Art. IV (§8-35) governs fence location and height.
Sec. 202.023. SECURITY MEASURES. (b) A property owners' association may not adopt or enforce a restrictive covenant that prevents a property owner from building or installing security measures, including but not limited to a security camera, motion detector, or perimeter fence. (c) This section does not prohibit a property owners' association from: (2) regulating the type of fencing that a property owner may install; (3) prohibiting the placement of fencing that obstructs: (A) a license area; (B) a sidewalk in the public right-of-way; or (C) a drainage easement; or (5) if provided by a restrictive covenant, prohibiting the installation of fencing in front of the front-most building line of a dwelling.
Full Breakdown
Round Rock Zoning Code Chapter 8, Article IV, Section 8-35 regulates fence height and location. In rear and side yards, fences may reach a maximum height of 6 feet. In front yards and corner side yards, fence height is limited to 4 feet. Fences must not obstruct sight lines at intersections (sight triangle requirements apply). Retaining walls over 4 feet in height require a building permit and engineering review. Swimming pool fencing must meet the minimum 48-inch requirement under Texas law regardless of these height limits.
Violations & Fines
Non-compliant fences: Code Enforcement notice of violation, fines up to $2,000. Fence must be brought into compliance or removed.
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