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Fencing:   

Wood Construction: Alternate Plan

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.

Posts:
  1. The support posts should be a steel construction with a minimum length of 8 feet, a minimum diameter of 2 inches and have rain caps.
  2. The support posts should be placed a minimum of 2 feet 6 inches into the ground using 90 pounds of concrete per post for stabilization.
  3. The top of the concrete should be exposed above the finished grade and slope away from the post.
  4. Posts should have a maximum spacing of 8 feet.
  5. Posts should be placed without any concrete under them to allow water to drain away from the post.
Rails:
  1. The rails should be treated wood or wood of natural resistance to decay such as redwood or cedar, a #1 grade wood, and supported by the posts at a maximum interval of 8 feet.
  2. The rails should be 2" x 4" x 8’ (16’ long for best results) and attached to the posts utilizing a 2" x 4" x 10" steel angle iron and 1/4 inch "U" bolts. Note: When using 16 foot rails the butted ends should be staggered with the other rails giving the fence better support.
  3. A minimum of two rails and preferable three rails should be used.
Slats:
  1. The slats should be a minimum of 1" x 4" treated wood or wood of natural resistance to decay such as redwood or cedar, a #1 grade wood, and no greater than 6 feet high without obtaining a building permit.
  2. A space of 2 inches should be left between the bottom of the slates and the ground. The slats should be installed with no space between them.
  3. The slats should be fastened using galvanized 6 penny nails or 1-1/2" inch staples placed pneumatically.
  4. Pecky cedar or grape stakes should not be acceptable in the construction of the visual barrier.

 

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