All fences and walls shall conform to the following standards. In all cases, heights are measured from natural grade.
(A) Residential. In the residential districts, fences and walls, except for retaining walls, shall not exceed a height of four feet in front yards. Walls shall be limited to a maximum height of three feet in front yards. Walls and fences located behind the front building line shall not exceed six feet four inches in height. If a fence is constructed on top of a retaining or other wall, the combined height of the fence and wall shall not exceed the maximum height that would apply to a fence or wall alone.
(B) Non-residential.
(1) In the non-residential and mixed-use districts, fences and walls shall not be permitted in front setback areas, and shall not exceed a height of six feet four inches in front yards and within 20 linear feet of public rights-of-way inside and rear yards. Fences and walls shall not exceed eight feet four inches in height in all other areas.
(2) If a fence is constructed on top of a retaining or other wall, the combined height of the fence and wall shall not exceed the maximum height that would apply to a fence or wall alone.
(D) Exemption for recreational fencing. Customary fencing provided as a part of a permitted tennis court, athletic field or other recreational facility shall be exempt from the height restrictions of this section.
(E) Exemption for safety. Major utilities, government facilities and other public safety uses shall be exempted from these standards as needed for public safety.
(Ord. passed 3-5-2018) Penalty, see § 152.999