Olathe, KS Fence Regulations: Material Restrictions (2026)

Barbed wire, razor wire and electric fencing (above ground) are prohibited in residential (except AG) and commercial districts.

2. No fence, wall or hedge shall be constructed, planted, reconstructed or replaced in a manner which obstructs the intersection sight distance as defined in Section 18.30.220.

C. Height Fences, walls, or hedges may be constructed or planted to a maximum height (as measured above the average grade level on the property line) of:

1. Six (6) feet in residential districts or the N district. Fences, walls or hedges in front or corner side yards (beyond the front of the house or structure), shall not exceed four (4) feet in height, shall be at least fifty (50) percent open, and shall not include chain-link or any other metal or wire type fencing.

2. Eight (8) feet in commercial and industrial districts.

D. Residential/Mixed-Use Districts In residential districts or the N district:

1.  Fences or walls shall be limited, or similar, to one of the following types of construction: brick or stone walls or pillars, chain-link, wood stockade, split rail, wood rail, wrought iron, spaced picket fence, imitation vinyl or similar decorative material.

2.  Fences, walls or hedges are allowed along arterials only when approved as part of the master fence/screening plan in Section 18.30.130.

3.  Fences, walls or hedges shall be outside of the sight distance triangle.

E. Commercial/Industrial Districts