The Great Fence Wall of Portland: How High Can You Really Go?
Ah, fences. The picket-y perfection of property lines, the guardians of backyard barbecues, the bane of nosy neighbors (unless, of course, you're the nosy neighbor). But in the fair city of Portland, Oregon, fence law takes on a whole new level of, well, law.
Here's the thing, folks: fences in Portland are like fancy hats – there are rules!
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Backyard Brawlin': Let the Fence Fights Begin (Just Kidding, Please Be Nice to Your Neighbors)
In your backyard and on the side of your house, you can unleash your inner fence-building champion with a structure up to 7 glorious feet tall. No permit needed, just your trusty tools and a dream of backyard privacy.
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But wait! There's a twist. If you're planning a fence made of concrete, masonry, or something else that could double as a small castle wall, you're limited to a mere 4 feet. Apparently, Portland officials don't want miniature Fort Knoxes popping up in people's backyards.
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Front Yard Fences: Short and Sweet for the Neighbourhood Peep Show
Now, let's talk about your front yard. Here, things get a little stricter. Fences can only be 3.5 feet tall – that's about the height of a very enthusiastic toddler. Why the shortness? It's all about sight lines for drivers and pedestrians. Nobody wants a rogue fence to turn your street into a game of vehicular whack-a-mole.
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Bonus Fun Fact: Corner lots with front entrances facing the side street have some wiggle room with fence height. But that, my friends, is a whole other can of worms (or should we say, a whole other bag of fence posts?).
Remember: Always check with your local authorities before you start building your very own fence-tastic masterpiece.
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FAQs: Fence FAQs for the Fence-tastic Fanatic!
How to find out the exact fence regulations in my area? - Your best bet is to contact the Portland Bureau of Development Services (
https://www.portland.gov/ppd How to build a fence that's both awesome and legal? - Hiring a licensed contractor is always the safest option. They'll know the ins and outs of fence law and can build you a structure that's both functional and frustration-free.
How to convince my neighbor their 12-foot fence is a bit much? - Open communication is key! Try a friendly chat about finding a solution that works for both of you. If that doesn't work, you might need to involve the city (but hopefully it won't come to that).
How to climb an 8-foot fence like a total ninja? - This FAQ is purely for entertainment purposes. We strongly advise against any fence-scaling activities. Let's keep things safe and legal, shall we?
How to throw the ultimate backyard bash with a totally sweet fence as a backdrop? - Now we're talking! Decorate your fence with lights, string up some banners, and let the good times roll! Just be sure to keep the noise down and respect your neighbors (even if their fence is a little on the short side).
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