Springfield regulates fence materials by zone. Wood, vinyl, wrought iron, and chain-link are common. HOAs often impose stricter material requirements.
Springfield zoning code specifies approved fence materials. Residential zones allow wood, vinyl, chain-link, wrought iron, and tubular steel. Chain-link may be restricted in front yards. Barbed wire prohibited in residential zones. Electric fences restricted to agricultural areas. HOAs frequently require specific materials and prohibit chain-link. Fence finished side typically faces outward toward neighbors. Materials must withstand Illinois freeze-thaw cycles.
Non-compliant materials: code compliance notice. May require replacement. HOA fines per covenants.
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