Fences within the Front Setback

Added:

(1) Courtyard walls surrounding the primary front entrance that are four feet in height or less may project into the front yard a maximum of 5 Feet.

Removed:

4) Fences that are at least 70% open may be located flush to the corner of the front facade, excluding porches.

Similar to the existing CD, no fences in the front yard within the front setback
Side fences should be set back 5′ from the facade of the house unless they are not a solid material (i.e. iron vs wood)
Side fences, along the side of a house, should be limited in height – 6′
Beyond the rear of the home, side and rear fences could be higher – 8′

CIty of Dallas email, “Lakewood conservation district expansion,” update on Neighborhood Meeting, december 5, 2022

---

Related Content

Home

What Can I Do?

EXTRAS SNUCK INTO THE DRAFT Since the prior draft: Windows must be typical of the architectural style, courtyard walls may project into the front yard a maximum of five feet, structures on large lots may be taller than those on smaller lots, roof eaves may not exceed two feet, individual window units must be taller than they are wide on the front facade.

Elements of your home that the City Will Have Complete Discretion

• Windows must be typical of the architectural style.
• On a front facade and within the wrap-around, all materials and their application must be typical of the period and architectural style, or be compatible with original main buildings designated the same architectural style in the district.
• Wood, materials that look like wood, cast stone, wrought iron, or stucco with half-timbering may be applied in a manner and location typical of Original Houses in the district.
• Dormers must be typical in form, size, and proportions for the architectural style of the structure.