Oklahoma City regulates fence materials through the city's zoning ordinance. Residential zones allow wood, vinyl, composite, ornamental metal, masonry, and stone. Chain-link is restricted in front yards. Barbed wire is prohibited in residential areas.
Under the Oklahoma City Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 59), fence materials must comply with zoning district standards. In residential zones (R-1, R-2, R-3), accepted materials include wood, vinyl, composite, ornamental metal (wrought iron, aluminum), masonry, stone, and brick. Chain-link fencing is typically restricted in front yard setback areas of residential districts. Barbed wire, razor wire, and electrified fences are prohibited in residential zones but may be permitted in agricultural and industrial zones. In planned unit developments, additional material standards may be established by the PUD conditions. The Oklahoma City Development Services Department reviews fence permits and material compliance. Temporary construction fencing must be removed upon project completion.
Non-compliant fence materials can result in a code violation from Oklahoma City Development Services. Property owners typically receive notice and a correction period before daily fines are assessed.
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