Fence installation and repair in Lansdale
Lansdale Fences installs wood, vinyl, aluminum, chain link, composite and split rail fences, plus pool barriers and repairs, for homes in the 19446 ZIP code. Before we quote, we look up the code for your exact address, because in Lansdale the rules depend on which municipality your home is in.
Which township is my home in?
The Lansdale mailing address covers Lansdale Borough, Upper Gwynedd Township, Towamencin Township and Hatfield Township, with smaller parts of Montgomery Township and Worcester Township. Your property tax bill names your municipality, and that office issues your fence permit.
Fence rules that apply here
These are the residential fence rules we've verified for the municipalities that cover Lansdale. If yours isn't listed, we confirm the rules with your zoning office before we quote.
Lansdale Borough
- Permit
- Yes. Fences are on the borough's list of work that needs a permit. Township permit page
- Front yard
- Only open “architectural” fences: up to 3 ft, at least 75% open, along no more than 25% of the frontage.
- Side & rear
- Up to 6 ft (up to 8 ft if the part above 6 ft is see-through).
- Finished side faces neighbors and streets.
- Keep fences at least 2 ft from sidewalks and alleys.
- All-wire fencing is not permitted; keep intersection sight lines clear.
Source: Borough Code Ch. 405, Art. XVIII · checked September 2026. Codes change, so we confirm with the township before every install.
Upper Gwynedd Township
- Permit
- Yes. Fences are listed among projects that need a permit. Township permit page
- Front yard
- Up to 6 ft 6 in (same limit for all required yards in residential districts).
- Side & rear
- Up to 6 ft 6 in.
- Keep the clear sight triangle at intersections open.
Source: Zoning §195-9 · checked September 2026. Codes change, so we confirm with the township before every install.
Montgomery Township
- Permit
- Yes, for new and replacement fences. Township permit page
- Front yard
- Boundary fences generally aren’t allowed in front yards (4 ft where the lot fronts a major street); decorative fences up to 3 ft.
- Side & rear
- Up to 6 ft; privacy fences in rear yards only. Corner-lot side yards have extra limits.
- The more attractive side faces out.
- Boundary fences sit just inside the property line, not on it.
- Pool enclosures must be at least 4 ft.
Source: Zoning §230-148 · checked September 2026. Codes change, so we confirm with the township before every install.
Before anyone digs: Pennsylvania law requires a PA One Call (811) request at least 3 and no more than 10 business days before excavation, and that includes fence post holes. Utilities mark their public lines, but private lines aren't marked: invisible dog fences, sprinklers, lines to sheds, pools or lamp posts, and septic. Tell us where yours run.
Popular fences for Lansdale homes
Vinyl fences
Low maintenance and clean-looking for decades. Privacy, semi-privacy and picket in several colors.
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Aluminum fences
Wrought-iron look, no rust. Ideal for pools, front yards and yards that slope.
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Wood fences
Warm, classic and easy to customize. Cedar or pressure-treated pine in privacy, picket and horizontal styles.
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Wood looks with almost no upkeep. The premium privacy option.
Learn more →Lansdale fence FAQ
Do I need a fence permit in Lansdale?
It depends on your municipality. In Lansdale Borough: Yes. Fences are on the borough's list of work that needs a permit. We check the rules for your exact address and file the application for you.
How tall can my fence be in Lansdale?
For Lansdale Borough, front yard: Only open “architectural” fences: up to 3 ft, at least 75% open, along no more than 25% of the frontage.; side and rear: Up to 6 ft (up to 8 ft if the part above 6 ft is see-through).. Corner lots and pools can add limits, so we confirm on site.
How soon can you install a fence in Lansdale?
Most fences take one to three days on site once the permit is approved and the PA One Call waiting period has passed. We’ll give you a timeline with your quote.
Do you install pool fences in Lansdale?
Yes. We build pool barriers to Pennsylvania’s pool code: at least 48 inches tall, with self-closing, self-latching gates that open away from the pool, and openings small enough to pass inspection. Pool fence guide.
Questions from Lansdale homeowners
- Are wire or welded-wire fences allowed in Lansdale?
- Can I build an 8-foot fence in Lansdale?
- Can I put my fence on a berm or raised bed in Lansdale?
- Do I need a permit for a fence in Lansdale Borough?
- Do I need a survey to get a fence permit?
- What front-yard fence can I build in Towamencin?
- How far from the curb and sidewalk does a fence have to be in Lansdale?
- How tall can a fence be in Upper Gwynedd Township?
Municipality fence rules: Lansdale Borough · Upper Gwynedd Township · Towamencin Township · Hatfield Township · Montgomery Township · Worcester Township