Retaining walls at or below grade are excluded from fence height measurements. Walls exceeding 4 feet require engineering. Building permits are required for structural retaining walls.
In Irving, retaining walls constructed below or at the same grade line of the natural existing terrain are excluded from the height measurements that apply to fences. Masonry retaining walls exceeding 4 feet in height must be designed and sealed by a registered professional engineer or registered architect. A building permit is required for structural retaining walls. Retaining walls must comply with the International Building Code as adopted by Irving (IBC 2021 Edition). Drainage must be properly addressed to prevent water damage to adjacent properties. The Inspections Department reviews retaining wall plans as part of the building permit process.
Building without a permit may result in fines. Non-engineered walls over 4 feet must be redesigned or removed.
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