More than a third of Milwaukie's homes were built before 1960. We repair and replace aging fences, and build low front fences and taller backyard fences that fit the city's 42-inch and 6-foot limits.
Milwaukie is one of the older towns around Portland: 36.7% of its homes went up before 1960. Many of those lots have a fence that has been patched, extended and leaned on for decades, often under big old trees.
Milwaukie's code keeps front-yard fences to 42 inches and side, street-side and back-yard fences to 6 feet. Flag lots are the exception, with 6 feet allowed in the front yard. Near corners and driveways, the city's clear vision rule keeps fences low so drivers can see.