Weymouth, MA Fence Regulations: Height Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- Permit Required Over
- 6 feet
- Corner Sight Line Limit
- 3 feet within 30 ft of intersection (§120-46)
- Commercial/Industrial Buffer
- 5 feet minimum along residential lines
- Building Dept.
- (781) 335-2000
Summary
Weymouth requires a building permit for fences over 6 feet. Fences and plantings within 30 feet of a corner street intersection may not exceed 3 feet above curb level (Zoning §120-46). Commercial/industrial property fences abutting residential uses must be at least 5 feet high.
Section 21. A fence or other structure in the nature of a fence which unnecessarily exceeds six feet in height and is maliciously erected or maintained for the purpose of annoying the owners or occupants of adjoining property shall be deemed a private nuisance. Any such owner or occupant injured in the comfort or enjoyment of his estate thereby may have an action of tort for damages under chapter two hundred and forty-three.
Official source re-checked September 8, 2026: the cited page had not changed since it was quoted.
Full Breakdown
Under Weymouth's building regulations, fences 6 feet or under do not require a permit; fences over 6 feet require a building permit from the Building Department. Weymouth Zoning Ordinance §120-46 prohibits structures, fences, or plantings within 30 feet of any corner street line intersection from exceeding 3 feet above curb level, to maintain traffic sight lines. Commercial and industrial properties abutting residential uses must erect a wall, evergreen screening, or tight fence at least 5 feet high along residential property lines. For exact residential height limits, consult the Building Department at (781) 335-2000.
Violations & Fines
Fence permit violations subject to Building Department enforcement and removal orders.
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