Wakefield · about 9 mi from our shop
Fence Installation in Wakefield, MA
Wakefield's zoning draft limits front-yard fences to 2.5 feet within 5 feet of the front lot line unless they won't block sightlines at driveways and corners. Side and back yards are where privacy fences usually go.
Fences in Wakefield
What to know before you start.
Pools need a barrier at least 5 feet high with self-latching gates under the posted draft. We build pool fencing to code.
Wood, vinyl or metal, with posts set so frost doesn't push them out of line.
Local rules that can affect your fences project.
Pool barriers
The posted zoning draft requires a pool to be fully enclosed by a fence or barrier at least 5 feet high, with self-latching gates, and sets distances from the street and lot lines. Confirm the current version with the building department.
Source: Wakefield Zoning Bylaw (posted draft) ↗Front-yard fences and corner sightlines
Near the front lot line, the posted zoning draft limits fences, hedges and walls to 2.5 feet unless they won't block sightlines at driveways and corners.
Source: Wakefield Zoning Bylaw (posted draft) ↗No local historic district
Wakefield has no local historic districts, so fences, walls and patios don't need historic design review. National Register districts like Wakefield Park are honorary.
Source: Wakefield Housing Production Plan FY2026-2030 ↗
We check the current requirements for every project before we start.
Recent fences by our crew around the North Shore. See more of our work.
How tall can a front-yard fence be in Wakefield?
The posted zoning draft limits fences near the front lot line to 2.5 feet unless they won't block sightlines. Confirm the current rule with the town; we do for every job.
Let's talk about your fences in Wakefield.
Estimates are free. We'll call you back to set up a time to see the property.