Dallas, TX Fence Regulations: Material Restrictions (2026)
Key Facts
- Screening Materials
- Brick, stone, concrete, stucco, wood
- Barbed Wire
- Prohibited residential
- Chain Link
- Allowed but may not satisfy screening
- Code Section
- §51A-4.602
Summary
Dallas Code Section 51A-4.602 regulates fence materials. Required screening fences must be brick, stone, concrete masonry, stucco, concrete, or wood. Hazardous materials like barbed wire are prohibited in residential districts.
Sec. 202.023. SECURITY MEASURES. (a) This section does not apply to:(1) a condominium as defined by Section 81.002 or 82.003; or(2) a master mixed-use property owners' association subject to Chapter 215.(b) Except as provided by Subsection (c), a property owners' association may not adopt or enforce a restrictive covenant that prevents a property owner from building or installing security measures, including but not limited to a security camera, motion detector, or perimeter fence.(c) This section does not prohibit a property owners' association from:(1) prohibiting the installation of a security camera by a property owner in a place other than the property owner's private property;(2) regulating the type of fencing that a property owner may install;(3) prohibiting the placement of fenc...
Full Breakdown
Section 51A-4.602 specifies materials for required screening: brick, stone, concrete masonry, stucco, concrete, or wood. Chain-link fences are permitted but may not satisfy screening requirements unless modified with slats or additional covering. Barbed wire and razor wire are generally prohibited in residential districts. Electric fences are regulated and may require permits. Corrugated metal and sheet metal fences may be restricted in certain districts. Deed restrictions and HOA covenants may impose additional material requirements beyond city code. All fence materials must be maintained in good condition without hazardous protrusions or sharp edges.
Violations & Fines
Fences made of prohibited materials or in disrepair may receive code violation notices. Owners may be required to replace non-compliant materials.
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