Barbed wire, razor wire, and electrified fencing are prohibited in residential districts of White Plains. Chain link is allowed but often discouraged in front yards by zoning aesthetics provisions.
Zoning Code restricts barbed, razor, and electrified fencing to non-residential uses with special approval. Some districts and conservation overlay areas may further limit materials or require masonry/wood in visible locations. Check the Zoning Code for your specific district before buying materials.
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