Spokane permits most standard fence materials: wood, vinyl, chain-link, wrought iron, and masonry. Barbed wire is prohibited in residential zones and razor wire is banned citywide except for secure facilities.
SMC 17C.110.230 does not mandate specific materials for residential fencing. Common Spokane choices include cedar (locally available), pressure-treated pine, vinyl, and chain-link. Barbed wire is prohibited in residential zones but allowed in agricultural and some industrial zones where livestock or security needs apply. Razor (concertina) wire is generally prohibited except for jails, utility substations, and similar secure sites with conditional use permit. Electric fences for pet containment are allowed if under 24 volts. Materials must be maintained in structurally sound condition; deteriorated fences are considered nuisance property. Corrugated metal fencing is allowed but must be rust-free and finished.
Prohibited materials are a zoning violation. Typical fines 100 to 500 dollars plus removal order.
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