The City of Seminole limits fence height through Chapter 70 zoning rules. Front yard fences are typically capped at four feet, while side and rear yard fences may rise to six feet on residential lots.
Under Chapter 70 (Zoning), Article VII for accessory uses and structures, Seminole regulates fence and wall heights based on yard location. Front yard fences are generally limited to four feet, measured from natural grade. Side and rear yard fences for single-family lots are capped at six feet. Corner lots have additional sight-triangle restrictions to preserve driver visibility at intersections. Nonresidential parcels and properties abutting incompatible uses may permit higher screening walls subject to staff review. Heights are measured at the highest point of the fence or any decorative cap, and electrified or barbed-wire fences are prohibited in residential districts.
Violations are enforced through code enforcement under Chapter 30. Owners must remove or lower noncompliant fences and may face daily civil fines.
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