Rowlett, TX Fence Regulations: Height Limits (2026)

Residential fence height in Rowlett is set by Sec. 78-313(c) of the Code of Ordinances (Chapter 78, Article X, Fences). Except as otherwise provided by the zoning ordinance, no fence may be placed in the required front yard of any zoning district in excess of 36 inches (three feet) in height, and 'key lots' (defined in the zoning ordinance) are limited to 36 inches in both front yards (Sec. 78-313(c)(1)). In a required side or rear yard, no fence may exceed eight feet in height (Sec. 78-313(c)(2)). These are the city's own fence-height rules, not Texas state law; Texas has no general statewide residential fence-height limit, so the local ordinance controls. Because the standards apply to the 'required' yard, the exact area covered by the 36-inch front-yard cap depends on the front building setback for the property's zoning district under Chapter 77-400 (the Rowlett Development Code), which varies among the single-family districts (SF-40 through SF-5). Separate rules apply to pool barriers: Sec. 78-311 requires a fence, wall or other solid structure at least 48 inches high enclosing any swimming pool, spa or hot tub. Corner-lot visibility limits (Sec. 78-313(d)) can also restrict fence placement near intersections.