Public Works - Planning and Development
Building and Inspection
Fencing:
Retaining Wall:
- Consult the building official to obtain the information needed to size the wall for the specific application.
- Retaining walls over 4 feet high from bottom of footing to top of wall require a building permit. Retaining Wall Modified Wood Fence Design Standards for Visual Barriers of Block Construction Fences should be constructed of quality materials and built to withstand the elements of wind, water, and sun. Listed below are standards that will facilitate the longevity of a visual barrier.
Footing:
- The bottom of the footing should be a minimum of 30 inches below grade.
- The footing should run continuously, be a minimum of 18 inches wide and 6 inches thick, and extend 6 inches past the ends of the wall.
- "L" shaped dowels should be provided at 32 inches on center projecting at least 12 inches above the footing.