Quick! Guess where neighbors are likelier to have boundary disputes, typically involving the location of a fence. In the high-density city, where homes are close(r) to together, or in the relatively wide-open “burbs? Wrong: it’s the “burbs. At least, that’s according to two different fence contractors I worked with recently, both of whom said that...Read More
Step #1: What Are the Local Setback Requirements? Robert Frost’s line is often quoted, but seldom defined: what is it exactly that makes a “good” fence good? Here are my four criteria: One. Aesthetic. Acceptable fence materials include wood, vinyl, aluminum, chain link, wrought iron, and wire. Any of the above can be attractive — or...Read More
