Installing a Fence in Ardmore, PA (19003)

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A permit is required for fencing projects in Ardmore, PA. However, Ardmore spans across two different townships within two different counties. The location of the property will determine what zoning codes you will need to follow.

A permit is required in Haverford Township, Delaware County for all new fencing projects as well as for the replacement of existing fences, which can be found here: Haverford Township Permit

A Zoning Permit is required in the Lower Merion Township when one proposes to erect a fence that is higher than four feet within the front yard setback and when one replaces an existing fence. The permit application can be found here: Lower Merion Township Permit

Generally, a fence may not exceed 6′ in height in Haverford Township.  Solid fences, such as stick built wood fencing or vinyl privacy fences,  are permitted to be placed along the rear yard property lines on all properties, and along the side yard property lines of a property with a minimum width as measured at the building line of 50 feet. For properties whose width is less than 50 feet at the building line, fences placed along the side property lines may not exceed six feet in height; unless there is a style chosen that allows the space between 5′ and 6′ to be at least 50% open, such as a lattice topped fence or one with an open-spindle topper.

To learn more about fence regulations and commercial fencing in Haverford Township, follow the link provided below.

Haverford 360 Code

Signed Fence Ordinance Amendment 2016

In Lower Merion Township, simplified, you cannot have a fence that exceeds 6′ in height.  If you are to build a fence more than 6′ in height, it must be 75% open. Ornamental aluminum fencing , split rail fencing, and flat board fencing are great styles to choose from to accommodate these guidelines.

There are several requirements for different scenarios.  Lower Merion Township has put together a clear list of these different scenarios and what is expected according to the zoning laws. Follow the link provided below tolearn more about the Lower Merion Township Fence Code. 

Lower Merion Fence Codes

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