In general, fencing of yards is not permitted. Small sections of fence or wall will be considered for approval by the NCC in the following circumstances if the wall/fence material is architecturally compatible with the home:
Small enclosures for mechanical equipment.
Short sections of privacy wall/fence in courtyard areas.
Where required for structural, retaining conditions.
Temporary fences must meet certain criteria. Fences used as temporary barriers and for silt collection during construction around vegetation must be sturdy, at least three feet (3’) tall, and easy to maintain. Fences are prohibited in utility easements and road rights-of-way and all temporary fences must be removed prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
Permanent fences and walls are generally discouraged. No fence or wall shall be constructed unless the owner has obtained written approval of the NCC. Although fences and walls are discouraged, fences to be utilized in connection with single family homes shall be used to define specific spaces such as private gardens, patios, pools and play areas, rather than delineating property lines. Privacy fences and walls in all cases shall be limited to small enclosures around the house.
Privacy fences that are solid are allowed within 25 feet of the rear of the house. Open fencing may be used beyond 25 feet but must meet the requirements of items 1 through 9.
Unless required by a Code Requirement, no fence will exceed a total of six feet in height and only the lower five feet section of any fence can be solid.
Fences and walls shall be architectural extensions of the house or other buildings and shall be composed of materials and/or colors to complement the house or such other buildings.
Chain link fences generally are not permitted and generally chain link fences will only be permitted within Graywood in very special circumstances and only after receiving the prior written approval of the NCC. In the event a chain link fence is approved, it must not be visible from any common area, road, golf course or adjacent dwelling and must be black coated and heavily landscaped.
There shall be no property line fences along golf course frontage or lake frontage unless approved by the NCC. All fence plans, designs, color, materials, and locations must be submitted and approved by the NCC or MC prior to any construction. Fence enclosures around pools should be in conformance with Calcasieu Parish regulations and/or other applicable local or State regulations.
Generally, fences are discouraged on lots with golf course frontage.
Large sections of fence will not be permitted for pet enclosures. The use of electronic systems (i.e. “Invisible Fence”) is recommended for these applications.
