Colorado Springs, CO Fence Regulations: Material Restrictions (2026)

D. Fence and Wall Materials

1. Fences and walls may include masonry walls, solid wood fencing, chain-link fencing with permahedge inserts, or chain-link fencing with opaque slats. The specific type of screening materials shall be determined in conjunction with the review of a Development Plan where one is required.

2. Exterior use of tarps, plastic sheeting, polypropylene, or other similar materials as flexible or inflexible screening or fencing is prohibited when visible from beyond the property boundaries, except for City-installed or maintained snow fence or as part of active construction or remodeling project or as illustrated as part of a City-approved construction or grading and erosion control plan.

3. The use of barbed wire, razor wire, or electric shock fencing shall be prohibited except as shown below:

a. Commercial or Industrial Uses Barbed wire or razor wire is permitted at a height six (6) feet or higher above existing grade.

b. Agricultural Uses Electric shock fencing consisting of direct current shall be permitted in association with an agricultural use involving the control or containment of animals only. Barbed wire shall be allowed except in connection with a residential use of the property.

c. Residential Uses Barbed wire and electric shock fencing may not be located along public rights-of-way, public sidewalks, or public open spaces. Where barbed wire or electric shock fencing are permitted, they may not extend into the required front yard setback. Razor wire is prohibited.