Indianapolis permits wood, vinyl, wrought iron, and chain-link (rear/side only). Barbed wire prohibited in residential districts. Historic districts restrict to wood/iron per IHPC.
The Consolidated Zoning Ordinance (744-202) allows wood, vinyl, composite, wrought iron, tubular steel, and masonry fences in residential districts. Chain-link is permitted in side and rear yards but prohibited in front yards of D-5, D-6, and HD (historic) zones. Barbed wire, razor wire, and electrified fences are prohibited in all residential districts (permitted only in I-4 industrial zones with BZA approval). Historic Preservation Commission areas restrict materials to wood pickets, wrought iron, and masonry matching the district's historic character. HOAs, especially in Geist and Eagle Creek neighborhoods, often impose additional material rules.
Non-compliant materials: 30-day correction notice. Barbed wire in residential: $250 to $2,500 daily. Historic district material violation: IHPC enforcement up to $2,500.
Marion County, IN
Indianapolis/Marion County allows gas and electric leaf blowers. No model-specific ban. Operation subject to Code of Ordinances Chapter 391 noise limits and ...
Marion County, IN
Marion County requires vehicles parked in driveways not to block sidewalks. Parking on unpaved surfaces may be prohibited. Driveway modifications need permits.
Marion County, IN
Commercial vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVWR may not park in front yard areas between the facade of a residential dwelling and the right-of-way, unless for activ...
Marion County, IN
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Marion County, IN
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Marion County, IN
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