Homestead, FL Fence Regulations: Material Restrictions (2026)

Homestead's Land Development Code specifies approved and prohibited fence materials for residential areas. Barbed wire and razor wire are prohibited in residential zoning districts but may be permitted in industrial and agricultural zones. Electric fences face restrictions in residential areas and may require approval. Approved residential fence materials include wood (pressure-treated or naturally rot-resistant), PVC/vinyl, aluminum, chain link (with or without privacy slats), concrete block, and stucco-covered masonry. Materials must be suitable for South Florida's hot, humid, salt-air environment — untreated wood and bare steel deteriorate quickly. The HVHZ building code requires fences to withstand wind loads, making material selection important for structural integrity during hurricanes. Makeshift fences constructed from pallets, corrugated metal, tarps, or other non-standard materials are prohibited in residential areas. Front yard fences must be at least 50% open, which limits material choices to options like picket, chain link, or wrought iron/aluminum styles.