Corner Lot Fence Regulations and Height Limits
Town of Tonawanda
Summary
Recent changes to town zoning code reclassify corner lots to have two front yards and two side yards, effectively banning tall fences. Homeowners are seeking variances to build 6-foot privacy fences.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
None for the town; bears private installation costs for homeowners.
Homeowners seeking privacy and low-maintenance fencing on corner lots.
Neighbors concerned about neighborhood aesthetics and consistency.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular — September 16, 2026
Recent changes to town zoning code reclassify corner lots to have two front yards and two side yards, effectively banning tall fences. Homeowners are seeking variances to build 6-foot privacy fences.
Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular — August 19, 2026
Multiple property owners requested variances for 6-foot fences in front and side yards, as well as vinyl materials, to ensure privacy and pet security.
Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular — July 15, 2026
A homeowner requested permission to install a 6-foot fence on a corner lot, navigating restrictions on front/side yard fence heights and traffic visibility triangles. The board approved the fence with a slightly reduced sightline requirement.
Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular — May 20, 2026
A resident on a corner lot requested permission to install a 6-foot vinyl privacy fence that encroached on yard setbacks and vision clearance areas, which the board approved.
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