Charleston County's ZLDR does not ban ordinary fence materials, but it singles out masonry: any fence of brick, stone, or concrete requires a zoning permit regardless of height. Other materials under six feet are generally permit-exempt. All fences must meet building code and drainage/sight-line rules.
Under ZLDR §3.8.2.C, the trigger for a masonry fence is material, not height — brick, stone, or concrete fences always need a zoning permit, while non-masonry fences under six feet that meet the building code are exempt. The regulations do not otherwise prohibit standard wood, vinyl, metal, or chain-link fencing in residential zoning districts. Any fence must satisfy vision-clearance/setback standards (§4.2.3), must not obstruct drainage (§4.2.4), and taller fences must meet building-code requirements. Special districts and coastal/sea-island overlays may add appearance standards.
A masonry fence built without the required zoning permit is a violation; the county may require a permit or removal. Non-permit sight-line and drainage violations are also enforceable.
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