Arbor Hills Tips & Guidelines

Guidelines for Decks

Fences must comply with City building codes and ordinances
Fencing must be four feet or less in height
Fencing must be decorative and can not be opaque
Chain link (wired) fences are not allowed
Fencing height and opacity exceptions for fences backing up to highways
Fences can only extend from the back of the home on property
Fences must be completely contained within the property line
For maintenance purposes, it is recommended that fences are kept six inches to one foot from the property line
When gates are opened or closed, they must be contained within the property line
Three foot unmowed buffer from wetlands must be maintained for wetland easements
Access must be maintained to any easements for maintenance and inspection purposes (or access will be gained at homeowner expense)
Fences must be completed within one year of request approval