Madison, AL Fence Regulations: Material Restrictions (2026)
Key Facts
- Approved wood/vinyl
- Wood, PVC vinyl, composite
- Approved masonry
- Brick, stone, block, stucco
- Approved metal
- Wrought iron, decorative metal
- Other materials
- Need Director approval
- Code section
- Zoning Ord. 7-7-1
Summary
Madison limits fence and wall materials to an approved list: wood; brick, stone or cast-stone; decorative block; stucco over masonry; wrought iron or decorative metal; composite fencing; PVC vinyl; or other material approved by the Planning Director.
Unless otherwise permitted by these regulations, fences and walls shall be constructed of one or more of the following materials: Wood; Brick, stone, or cast-stone; Decorative, architectural, or split-faced block; Stucco over standard concrete masonry blocks; Wrought iron or decorative metal; Composite fencing; PVC vinyl; Other material approved by the Planning Director.
Full Breakdown
Under Section 7-7-1 of the City of Madison Zoning Ordinance, unless otherwise permitted, fences and walls must be constructed of one or more approved materials. The listed materials are wood; brick, stone, or cast-stone; decorative, architectural, or split-faced block; stucco over standard concrete masonry blocks; wrought iron or decorative metal; composite fencing; PVC vinyl; or other material approved by the Planning Director. Where standard screening between incompatible uses is inadequate, the Director may recommend additional buffering for Planning Commission approval. Walls and fences must also be built in accordance with Section 5-7-2.
Violations & Fines
A fence built of a non-approved material is a zoning violation; Code Enforcement can require replacement or removal, or the owner may seek Planning Director approval of an alternative material.
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