Sioux Falls regulates fence heights under §160.480 of the zoning ordinance. Front yard fences are limited to 4 feet in height. Side and rear yard fences may be up to 6 feet tall. Corner lots have additional visibility triangle requirements.
Fences in front yards cannot exceed 4 feet in height. Side and rear yard fences have a 6-foot maximum. On corner lots, fences within the sight visibility triangle must not exceed 3 feet to maintain traffic safety. Fences over 7 feet require a building permit. The finished side of the fence must face outward toward the neighboring property.
Non-compliant fences: notice to correct within 30 days. Fines of $50 to $200 per violation. Fences in the public right-of-way must be removed immediately at owner expense.
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