Fences, walls and similar structures in the minimum front yard of a residential or R-PO District shall not exceed four feet in height. In all other cases, fences, walls or similar structures exclusive of ornamentation shall not exceed six feet in height in any district, except: the Manufacturing or C-H Districts as provided in Subsection A below; or where the applicant proves to the satisfaction that the taller fencing is needed to secure an electric substation or similar safety or health hazard. Decorative posts and similar ornamentation of a fence or wall may extend an additional one foot above the maximum height, provided the ornamental features are not continuous in a way that effectively extends the overall height of the fence or wall.
A. Fences in Manufacturing or C-H Districts may be taller than six feet; provided that such fences shall not exceed eight feet in height if the fence is to be located within 20 feet from a residential zone or a residential use.