Stark County, OH Fence Regulations: Material Restrictions (2026)

Electrified or Electric Fences are prohibited in all Zoning Districts. This shall not apply to Invisible or Radio-Controlled Fences used for pets.

C. Chicken wire fences are prohibited except as used for animal-resistant garden enclosures.

D. Fences shall not be constructed of scrap materials, refuse materials, pallets, cattle fencing, and/or any other material not generally considered for permanent fencing.

E. Snow fencing, except from November 1 through March 31 inclusive. During that period, snow fencing shall only be permitted as a means to prevent drifting snow and shall not be used for any purposes normally associated with traditional fencing.

(3) Maintenance:

A. Permitted fences, walls or structures shall be maintained in good condition, be structurally sound and completely finished at all times. Any grounds between such fences, walls or structures and property lines shall be well maintained at all times by the appropriate property owner. Supporting members for walls and fences shall be located so as to not be visible from the adjoining property unless the fence is designed such that the supporting members are identical in appearance on both sides of the fence or wall.

B. None of the provisions of this Code shall be interpreted to prevent normal repairs and maintenance or to strengthen or correct any unsafe condition of any fence.