Article 12: Walls, Fences, and Hedges (Original LUR Text)

No fence, wall, hedge, or mass planting shall be permitted to extend beyond the minimum front or rear building setback line except upon approval of the Architectural Control Committee. No side lot line or rear lot line fence, wall, hedge or plant shall be more than six (6) feet high. No barbed wire, chicken wire or hog wire fence shall be permitted on any lot. Any wall, fence or hedge erected as a protective screening on a lot shall pass ownership with transfer of title to the property and it shall be owner's responsibility to maintain said protective screening thereafter.

What It Means (Plain-Language Interpretation)

You cannot build any fence, wall, hedge, or dense planting forward of the front setback line or past the rear setback line, unless the Architectural Control Committee approves. Side and rear fences or hedges cannot exceed 6 feet in height. Barbed wire, chicken wire, and hog wire fencing are not allowed anywhere. If a fence, wall, or hedge is built as protective screening, it becomes part of the property when ownership changes. Each property owner is responsible for maintaining their own fence, wall, or hedge.

How This Affects Us

Owners cannot extend fences or hedges into areas that violate setbacks without permission. Uniform maximum height (6') preserves a consistent appearance from lot to lot. Prohibited fencing types prevent the subdivision from looking like an agricultural or industrial area.New owners automatically assume responsibility for maintaining the screening that was already installed .The Maintenance Committee or ACC may become involved if someone builds outside the rules.

Why This Matters to Us

Protects neighborhood appearance: Limits prevent unsightly or unsafe fencing types. Ensures safety: Prohibits the use of barbed wire and livestock wire. Prevents encroachment disputes: Setback limits keep fencing out of areas where it could conflict with roads, easements, or sight lines. Clarifies responsibility: No confusion about who maintains a fence after a property sale.Supports consistent community standards: Helps preserve property values.