San Antonio UDC §35-514 limits solid front-yard fences to 3 feet and open/decorative fences to 4–5 feet in front yards. Rear and side yards allow up to 8 feet under certain conditions. Historic districts require HDRC approval. Permits are required for all fences except exempt repairs.
San Antonio UDC §35-514 sets fence height limits: solid fences (wood, vinyl, masonry) in front yards are limited to 3 feet; predominantly open fences (chain link, wrought iron) in front yards are limited to 4 feet. Fences may be erected up to 8 feet under UDC 35-514(c)(2) conditions. Multifamily properties (25+ units) may have 6-foot front-yard fences of wrought iron or similar material. Corner lots require a 25-foot vision triangle from the curb, and driveways/alleys require a 15-foot vision triangle, with no fence exceeding 3 feet in these areas. All fences require a building permit except work exempted under Chapter 10 §10-6(e). Permits are valid for 6 months. No residential fence inspection is required. Historic districts require Historic Preservation Officer compliance review before permit issuance.
Fence without permit: citation. Non-compliant height: removal or modification required. Fine $100–$2,000.
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