St. Louis permits wood, vinyl, masonry, and wrought iron fencing in residential zones. Chain link is restricted in historic districts. Barbed wire and razor wire are prohibited in residential areas under SLRC 26.32.
SLRC 26.32.040 sets fence material standards. Permitted residential materials include wood (treated pine, cedar, redwood), vinyl or composite, wrought iron or aluminum ornamental, masonry (brick, stone, cast stone), and chain link with limitations. Electrified fencing is prohibited in residential zones except for small-scale invisible pet containment. Barbed wire and razor wire are prohibited in all residential and mixed-use zones; they are only permitted in M-zoned industrial areas atop fences of at least 6 feet. Chain link fencing is permitted in most residential zones but must be vinyl-coated black or green (not bare galvanized) if visible from a street, and is prohibited entirely in local historic districts including Lafayette Square, Compton Heights, Central West End, and Soulard. Corrugated metal, tarps, and pallet fencing are prohibited. All fence materials must be maintained in good condition; peeling paint or rotted boards can trigger code enforcement.
Code enforcement notice to repair or replace. $200 fine plus daily penalties for chronic disrepair.
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