Sec. 26-78. - Fence materials.

(a)

Prohibited fence materials.

(1)

Residential zoning districts. Barbed wire, electrical fences, razor wire, and other similar objects on the top of fences or walls shall not be allowed within a residential zoning district. The use of chain link fence is prohibited in residential districts within any front yard area or any area visible from the public street, except for construction sites and other temporary uses and where otherwise specifically permitted in this Development Code.

(2)

Commercial and industrial zoning districts. Barbed wire, electrical razor wire, and other similar objects shall not be allowed on the top of fences or walls within a commercial zoning district, except on the top of fences or walls surrounding outdoor storage areas.

(b)

Special fencing and wall requirements.

(1)

Swimming pools, spas and similar features. Swimming pools, spas, and other similar features shall be fenced in compliance with the requirements set forth by the City's Building Code.

(2)

Outdoor equipment, storage, and work areas. Screening of outdoor use, equipment and activities shall conform to the standards set forth in division 4 (screening and buffering).

(3)

Recreational courts. Fences for recreational courts including basketball, tennis, badminton courts and similar play areas shall not exceed twelve (12) feet in height providing that all parts of the fencing are not located within the minimum required setback areas.

(4)

Temporary fences. Temporary fencing may be necessary for the protection of archaeological, historic resources and/or trees during site preparation and construction. Temporary fencing for these purposes shall be subject to the approval of the Community Development Director or their designee, and shall comply with applicable building codes.

(5)

Walls along public rights-of-way. Masonry, concrete block and wood perimeter walls that adjoin public rights-of-way and are constructed as part of a subdivision or other planned development shall be maintained in original condition, including the color and texture of the block and any cap elements. Fences/walls along the public right-of-way shall be either finished on both sides, finished on the side facing the public right-of-way, or made of decorative block.

(6)

Fences and walls exceeding six (6) feet in height in between properties. Fences/walls exceeding six (6) feet in height located within five (5) feet from the property line shall be either finished on both sides, finished on the side facing the neighboring property, or made of decorative block.

(Ord. No. 2519, § 5(Exh. A), 2-20-24)