A. Permit Required: Fences and walls require a permit and/or must be included on a site plan.
B. Height Restrictions:
1. Fences and walls shall have a maximum height in Residential Zones of six feet (6') and shall have a maximum height in Commercial Zones of eight feet (8').
2. Wall and fence height will be measured from ground level; if there is a difference in grade due to a step or retaining wall, then the height shall be measured for the height from the high side.
C. Materials Restricted:
1. Opaque fences and walls and chainlink fencing shall not be used around the perimeter of the lot, and the required open space shall not contain any area enclosed by solid fencing.
2. The use of barbed wire, concertina wire, razor ribbon, or other barbed type obstacles is prohibited. (Ord. 2002-02, 1-17-2002)
3. Intermediate wood horizontal guards in railings shall not be permitted on elevated platforms over thirty inches (30") high on balconies, decks, elevated catwalks and walkways. (Ord. 2008-05, 7-15-2008)
D. Gates: Entry gates shall be located behind the front yard setback line and shall not exceed fourteen feet (14') in height and twenty feet (20') in width. (Ord. 2002-02, 1-17-2002)
E. Retaining Walls Over Four Feet: (Rep. by Ord. 2005-01, 1-20-2005)
F. Swimming Pools And Hot Tubs: All outdoor swimming pools, jacuzzis, and hot tubs shall be completely enclosed by a wall or fence at least six feet (6') in height with self-closing devices on all access gates. Jacuzzis and hot tubs may use locking covers.
G. Tennis Courts: Tennis courts may have chainlink fences a maximum height of twelve feet (12'), provided they shall be located to the side or to the rear of the principal building.
H. Opaque Fences And Walls Required: Screening by an opaque fence or wall of sufficient height to screen objects located inside from normal public view shall be required for:
1. Service yards (not over 6 feet high).
2. Fuel tanks.
3. Trash containers.
4. Utility substations. (Ord. 2002-02, 1-17-2002)