It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to construct or erect a fence within the city without first applying for and obtaining a building permit pursuant to Section 4-208 of this chapter.

(Code 2003; Code 2015)

Construction or erection of a fence shall not be allowed in any area zoned residence and/or commercial residence, within 25 feet of the front boundary line of the lot or property or within three feet of the sides and rear of the lot or property.

(Code 2003; Code 2015)

Six feet from the natural grade of the property shall be the maximum height of any fence constructed or erected in the city.

(Code 2003; Code 2015)

No fence shall be constructed or erected that would prevent the direct, safe and open access by city employees to utility meters.

(Code 2003; Code 2015)

Any existing fence, improvement or other structure that is in violation of this article, shall, in the event of replacement, reconstruction, or redesign, comply with the provisions of this article.

(Code 2003; Code 2015)