Philadelphia County permits wood, vinyl, metal, masonry, and chain-link fencing under Zoning Code §14-706. Barbed wire and electric fencing prohibited in residential districts. Historic districts restrict materials further.
Philadelphia Zoning Code §14-706 regulates fence materials by district. Residential: wood, vinyl, ornamental metal, masonry acceptable; chain-link permitted in rear yards. Barbed wire and razor wire banned in residential zones but allowed industrial with permit. Historic district fences must match period-appropriate materials per Philadelphia Historical Commission guidelines.
Non-conforming materials: removal orders and $300 to $2,000 fines. Historic violations additional fines up to $10,000.
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