Islip permits wood, vinyl, chain link, aluminum, and masonry fencing. Barbed wire and electrified fencing prohibited in residential zones. Historic districts require board approval for material choice. Waterfront fencing must use materials resistant to salt spray and hurricane winds.
Chain link in front yards prohibited in most residential zones. Vinyl and aluminum must meet 6-foot minimum post depth for coastal wind loads. Bayshore and Sayville historic districts prefer wood picket or wrought iron. Fire Island communities have wind-load and material regulations due to coastal exposure.
Prohibited material installation 500 dollars plus removal order. Historic district violations up to 1,000 dollars.
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