New Port Richey, FL Fence Regulations: Retaining Walls (2026)
Key Facts
- Max retaining wall height
- 1/3 of fence height
- Masonry post width
- Max 1 foot
- Post spacing
- Min 6 feet apart
- Facade finish
- Brick or stucco required
Summary
New Port Richey limits masonry retaining walls built into residential fences to one-third of the fence's height, with posts capped, spaced six feet apart, and faced in brick or stucco.
(1)Masonry posts shall not exceed one (1) foot in width and shall be finished with a cap;(2)Masonry posts and retaining walls shall have a finished façade of brick or stucco;(3)Masonry posts shall be spaced a minimum of six (6) feet apart;(4)Attached masonry retaining walls shall not exceed one-third (1/3rd) the height of the fence;
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 68).
Full Breakdown
New Port Richey's fence code caps masonry elements used as supporting posts or attached retaining walls within a residential fence. Masonry posts cannot exceed one foot in width, must be capped, finished in brick or stucco, and spaced at least six feet apart. An attached masonry retaining wall built into the fence's supporting structure cannot exceed one-third of the overall fence height, and wood, metal, or PVC pickets or rails must fill the spans between masonry columns. The same limits apply to front yard fences under subsection 3(i) and to rear and side yard fences under the parallel subsection 4(c).
Violations & Fines
A retaining wall or masonry fence element exceeding the one-third height cap, or built without the required fence permit, violates LDC § 12.05.00(3)(i)/(4)(c); code enforcement fines run up to $500 per day under City Code § 1-14.
Frequently Asked Questions
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