Privacy Fence Installation in Baton Rouge
A good privacy fence turns a backyard into an outdoor room. In Baton Rouge, the most common heights are 6 ft and 8 ft, in board-on-board wood, shadowbox wood or solid vinyl.
How tall can a privacy fence be?
In the City of Baton Rouge and East Baton Rouge Parish, fences and walls can be a maximum of 8 ft. In front and corner-side yards, anything over 4 ft must be at least 70% transparent, so solid privacy fencing generally belongs in side and rear yards. Fences must also be set back at least 15 ft from the edge of a street and 5 ft behind a sidewalk, and may not sit in a drainage or utility servitude without the servitude holder's consent.
Solid fences and wind
A solid 6-8 ft fence acts like a sail in a storm. Deeper post holes, concrete footings, closer post spacing and heavier posts (or steel posts behind wood) all improve performance. Parish policy requires professional engineering for fences and walls taller than 8 ft for the applicable design wind speed, which is one more reason most residential privacy fences stop at 8 ft.
Choosing a style
Board-on-board overlaps pickets for zero see-through while letting some air through. Shadowbox looks good from both sides, which neighbors appreciate. Solid vinyl gives the cleanest look with the least upkeep. A cap and trim on wood helps the top shed rain.
What affects the price
- Linear footage and height
- Material grade and style
- Number and size of gates
- Removing and hauling an old fence
- Slope, access, roots and ground conditions
- Permit requirements for your address
Prices vary widely between projects, so the only reliable number is a written quote for your property. Request a free estimate.
Where we install
Baton Rouge and nearby Prairieville, Denham Springs, Zachary, Central, Gonzales, Shenandoah.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of a privacy fence faces the neighbor?
There's no single legal rule in East Baton Rouge Parish, but by convention the finished side often faces out. Check your HOA covenants, since many subdivisions specify this.
Do I need a survey?
The parish permit site plan asks for property lines and the fence location. A recent survey or plat makes that easy and helps avoid boundary disputes.
Can I build an 8 ft fence?
8 ft is the general maximum in East Baton Rouge Parish, typically in side and rear yards. HOA rules may be stricter.