Pinellas County governs neighbor fence-line rules through Sec. 138-3505 setback measurements and Sec. 138-3706 visibility provisions, with no dedicated spite-fence ordinance in the county code.
Pinellas County does not have a dedicated spite-fence statute in its Code of Ordinances. Neighbor disputes about fences are instead resolved through Sec. 138-3505 (setback measurements, allowances, and restrictions), Sec. 138-3702 (fence and wall heights and materials), and Sec. 138-3706 (visibility triangles at intersections and driveways). Fences may be placed on the property line at the heights allowed in the underlying zoning district, but neither the fence nor its footings may encroach onto the neighbor's lot. Florida common law governs shared boundary fence ownership and maintenance. Residents are encouraged to confirm property lines with a surveyor before construction to avoid civil trespass claims.
Encroachment or visibility-triangle violations can trigger county code enforcement action, mandatory relocation of the fence, daily civil fines, and private trespass or nuisance lawsuits between neighbors.
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