Morrisville Unified Development Ordinance – September 2018

Article 5: Development Standards Section 5.14. Fences and Walls 5.14.8. Appearance

5.14.8. Appearance A. General Except as otherwise provided in subsections B and C below, the following appearance standards shall apply to all fences and walls. Customary Materials Except where otherwise provided in this Ordinance, fences shall be constructed of any combination of treated or composite wood posts and planks, rot-resistant wood (such as cypress or redwood), wrought iron, vinyl, or decorative metal materials. Walls shall be constructed of brick, stone, masonry materials, or products designed to resemble these materials. Where certain materials are specified for particular types of buffer or screening fences or walls, all other materials are prohibited. Chain Link Fencing Chain link fencing is allowed, unless expressly prohibited, only: a. In the Industrial Management (IM) District; b. As part of security fencing approved in accordance with Section 5.14.9, Security Plan Fences and Walls; or c. In any district, around park or recreation facilities, telecommunications towers, pump stations, stormwater detention/retention ponds, and outdoor exercise areas associated with kennels— provided such fence is clad in black vinyl. Deer Fencing Deer fencing is allowed only around gardens associated with the production of field crops, fruits, and vegetables provided that: a. Rot-resistant wood posts are spaced no more than 10 feet; and b. The plastic or wire mesh is flanked by rot-resistant wood.

Finished Side to Outside Fences and walls located within 15 feet of a greenway, and fences and walls in a single- family attached, multifamily, or nonresidential development that are located within 15 feet of a public street right-of- way, shall have their “finished” side face the adjacent greenway or public street. (See Figure 5.14.8.A.4: Fence with Finished Side Out.) Compatibility of Materials Along a Single Lot Side

Figure 5.14.8.A.4: Fence with Finished Side Out.

All fencing or wall segments located along a single lot side shall be composed of a uniform style and colors compatible with other parts of the fence and with any nearby primary buildings on the lot.

September 25, 2018

Morrisville, NC

Page 5-138

Unified Development Ordinance