Phoenix, AZ Fence Regulations: Material Restrictions (2026)

Phoenix regulates fence materials through Zoning Ordinance Section 507 Tab A, summarized in the city's Residential Fences publication. Prohibited where visible from public streets or adjacent residential areas: chain-link fencing with plastic or metal slats, sheeting, non-decorative corrugated metal, and any fencing made or topped with razor, concertina, or barbed wire. The city directs property owners toward spiked or decorative wrought iron, high walls, and barrier-type landscaping that provide site security without an adverse visual image. Open fencing such as wrought iron or chain link may not be placed on the roof of any building except where railings are required by the Phoenix Construction Code (Section 703). For fences and walls adjacent to the Highline, Grand, Arizona and Western Canals, all points higher than 40 inches must be at least 50 percent open, except when screening open industrial uses.