Gates and Gate Openers in Smyrna, TN
Gates take the most wear of any part of a fence. Ask for heavy hinges, a post that can carry the weight, and a latch that closes on its own if you have kids or a pool.
- Wood privacy fence. Side and rear yards can be fenced to the property line, so wood privacy fences are the usual backyard choice.
- Vinyl privacy fence. Vinyl shrugs off the wet Middle Tennessee weather and needs little upkeep.
Smyrna rules that apply
Smyrna asks you to send in a fence application with a site plan any time you build, move or replace a fence. A building permit is required for any fence over 7 feet tall. The Town says to wait for written approval before you start, and it usually answers within 10 business days. Ask the Town about fees.
- A fence cannot sit in the front yard setback. That is the space between the street and the front building line.
- A small decorative fence is allowed in the front yard if it is wood, wrought iron, vinyl or brick and no more than 3 feet tall. It is limited to 10 feet total per parcel, in sections of 5 feet or less.
- Fences can run along the property line in side and rear yards.
- A fence cannot cross a utility or drainage easement without written approval from the Director of Utilities or the Town Engineer.
- Barbed wire, chicken wire, razor wire and similar fencing are not allowed in residential zones.
- A fence cannot enclose a utility meter, ever.
- Fences are not allowed on undeveloped parcels.
- Fences over 7 feet tall need a building permit. All accessory structures must meet building setbacks.