A. Location:
1. Rights Of Way: Fences and walls shall not be constructed on or over any easement dedicated for public road right of way.
2. Easements: Fences and walls may be permitted on public easements subject to:
a. The administrative review, evaluation, and approval of the village building and zoning administrator, and
b. The recording of a hold harmless agreement in a form provided by the village of Glen Carbon. (Ord. 2001-19, 6-26-2001)
B. Height Restrictions:
1. Front Yard: Fences or walls not exceeding five feet (5') in height, may be erected in the front yard of any lot, but must maintain required corner visibility when applicable.
2. Side Yard: Fences or walls not exceeding six feet (6') in height may be erected in the side yard of any lot, provided they do not extend beyond the front setback line.
3. Rear Yard: Fences or walls not exceeding six feet (6') in height may be erected in the rear yard of any lot.
4. Corner Lot Height: Fences not exceeding six feet (6') in height may be erected in street facing sides of corner lots, provided they do not cross the front facing plane of the principal building and maintain required corner visibility.
C. Prohibited Materials: No barbed wire, electrical elements, or other dangerous materials shall be maintained as a fence or part of a fence or wall in a residential district. (Ord. 96-21, 9-10-1996; amd. 2001 Code; Ord. 2001-19, 6-26-2001; Ord. 2008-37, 11-25-2008; Ord. 2024-23, 8-27-2024)