Baytown does not have a local fence dispute ordinance. Boundary fence disputes between neighbors are governed by Texas state property law (Texas Property Code). Texas is not a 'good neighbor fence' state — there is no statutory requirement for neighbors to share fence costs. The city does not mediate fence disputes between neighbors.
In Texas, including Baytown, there is no state or local statute requiring neighbors to split the cost of building or maintaining a boundary fence in urban areas. Texas Property Code provisions on fencing relate primarily to agricultural fencing between adjoining landowners in rural areas. In residential Baytown, a property owner who wants a fence must pay for it entirely unless they reach a private agreement with the neighbor. A fence built on the property line is jointly owned under common law, but Texas law does not require the non-building neighbor to contribute. Property owners should get a survey to confirm the exact boundary line before building a fence. The 'good side' facing outward is a custom, not a legal requirement in Baytown. Fence disputes are civil matters resolved through negotiation or small claims court. The city does not mediate.
Baytown does not enforce neighbor fence disputes — these are civil matters. A fence built on a neighbor's property constitutes trespassing and may require a survey and legal action. Baytown PD and Code Enforcement do not get involved in boundary disputes between neighbors.
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Baytown enforces noise regulations under its Code of Ordinances. Quiet hours are 10 PM to 6 AM in residential areas. Located near major ExxonMobil and Chevro...
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Baytown Code of Ordinances Chapter 34 (Nuisances) regulates construction noise in residential areas. Construction activities producing loud noise are restric...
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