Hollywood FL fence regulations under Section 155.12 address shared boundary fences. Height may be adjusted up to two feet with consent from abutting neighbors for fences behind the build-to-line. Corner setback areas limit fence height to 2 feet, or 4 feet if the City Engineer confirms no visual barrier. Fences cannot extend into the front yard beyond the approved height.
Under Section 155.12 of the Hollywood Code of Ordinances, fences and walls located behind the build-to-line may have their maximum height adjusted up to two additional feet with written consent from the abutting neighbors, though the fence cannot be extended higher in the front yard. Corner setback areas have a 2-foot height restriction for hedges, fences, and walls, which may be increased to 4 feet when the City Engineer determines the height does not constitute a visual barrier. The 'good side' of a fence (finished or decorative side) traditionally faces the neighbor, though this is not explicitly codified. Shared boundary fence maintenance disputes follow Florida common law. Property surveys are recommended before fence installation to verify the property line location.
Fences exceeding height limits without neighbor consent are code violations. Fences in the corner setback obstructing visibility may be ordered reduced in height.
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