Clark County, WA Fence Regulations: Material Restrictions (2026)
Key Facts
- Permanent required
- Wood, metal, brick, masonry
- Chain link + slats
- F1 partial standard only
- Atop low walls
- Chain link/wrought iron OK
- On 4-ft wall
- 42-inch sight-obscuring fence
- Code section
- CCC 40.320.010(F)(4)(h)
Summary
Clark County requires screening fences to use permanent materials. Allowed materials include wood, metal, brick, and masonry; chain link with slats is allowed only for the partial (F1) standard, and non-sight-obscuring chain link or wrought iron is permitted atop low retaining walls.
Non-sight-obscuring fences such as chain link or wrought iron seven (7) feet high or less and sight-obscuring fences forty-two (42) inches high on top of retaining walls no greater than four (4) feet tall are allowed within setbacks per Figure 40.320.010-8.
Full Breakdown
Under CCC 40.320.010, both fence standards require permanent materials. The F1 partial standard permits wood, metal, chain link with slats, brick, masonry, or other permanent materials. The F2 full standard permits wood, metal, brick, masonry, or other permanent materials but excludes chain link with slats. Within setbacks atop retaining walls, CCC 40.320.010(F)(4)(h) allows non-sight-obscuring fences such as chain link or wrought iron seven feet or less, and sight-obscuring fences forty-two inches high, on top of retaining walls no greater than four feet tall. These material choices remain subject to the six-foot height cap and sight-distance requirements.
Violations & Fines
Screening fences using temporary or non-conforming materials must be brought up to the applicable F1 or F2 standard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I put a fence on top of my retaining wall?
Are temporary fence materials acceptable?
Sources & Official References
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