Mesquite, TX Fence Regulations: Material Restrictions (2026)
Key Facts
- Approved: wood, masonry,
- wood, masonry, vinyl, wrought iron
- Prohibited Materials
- Prohibited residential: barbed wire, razor wire, electric
- Fence Materials
- Chain-link generally not allowed in front yards
- Orientation
- Finished side must face outward
- Maintenance
- Must be maintained in good repair
Summary
Mesquite permits wood, masonry, vinyl, and ornamental metal fencing but prohibits barbed wire, electrified fences, and razor wire in residential districts.
Sec. 202.023. SECURITY MEASURES. (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: ... (2) regulating the type of fencing that a property owner may install; (3) prohibiting the placement of fencing that obstructs: (A) a license area, as defined by a written license agreement or plat; (B) a sidewalk in the public right-of-way or otherwise installed for public or community use; or (C) a drainage easement or drainage area.
Full Breakdown
Approved fencing materials in Mesquite residential zones include wood (cedar, pine), masonry, brick, stone, vinyl, chain-link, and ornamental wrought iron. Barbed wire, razor wire, concertina wire, and electrified fences are prohibited in all residential districts and may only be permitted in industrial zones with special approval. Chain-link fencing is generally not permitted in front yards of residential lots. Fences must be maintained in good repair, free of broken slats, missing pickets, leaning panels, and graffiti. The finished side of a fence must face outward toward the neighboring property or street. Temporary construction fencing is allowed during active permitted construction.
Frequently Asked Questions
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