Bellaire's fence regulations under Section 24-512 govern shared boundary fences between neighbors. Fences on shared property lines may be up to 8 feet in side and rear yards. The zoning code does not mandate cost-sharing between neighbors, though Texas property law governs boundary disputes. The finished side of the fence is not regulated by the city ordinance.
Bellaire's zoning ordinance governs fence placement relative to property lines but does not dictate cost-sharing arrangements between neighbors for shared boundary fences. Texas is not a mandatory fence-sharing state — there is no state law requiring neighbors to split the cost of a boundary fence for residential properties. However, both property owners benefit from a well-maintained boundary fence. If a fence is built entirely on one owner's property, that owner is responsible for maintenance. Fences built on the shared property line require agreement between both parties. The city requires a property survey with fence permit applications to verify the fence is within the applicant's property or on the agreed boundary. Contact Development Services at (713) 662-8222 for fence placement questions.
Building a fence on a neighbor's property without consent is a trespass issue handled through civil courts, not city code enforcement. The city enforces height, setback, and permit requirements but not neighbor cost-sharing disputes.
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