Gates and Gate Openers in Post Falls, ID
Gates take the most wear of any part of a fence. Ask for heavy hinges, a post that can carry the weight, and a latch that closes on its own if you have kids or a pool.
- Wood privacy fence. A 6 ft wood fence fits the side and rear yard limit.
- Vinyl fence. Low upkeep through freezing winters.
Snow drifts push on solid panels and gates, so strong posts matter.
Post Falls rules that apply
The city does not require a permit to install a fence. The fence still must meet the city's height and property rules. It must sit on or inside your property line, and a licensed surveyor can find your corner pins.
- Fences cannot exceed 3 ft in the required front yard setback.
- Fences cannot exceed 6 ft in rear and side yard setback areas, unless the code allows more.
- Height is measured from the finished grade of the yard to the top of the fence.
- On a corner lot, a fence along the street-side yard can be 6 ft, as long as it does not extend into the front yard setback.
- A corner-lot fence next to a neighbor's side yard cannot block the view of the neighbor's driveway or be taller than 3 ft.
- A new fence that affects the view from an existing driveway must leave a 10 ft by 10 ft vision clearance on your property.
- A new driveway next to an existing fence taller than 3 ft must sit at least 15 ft from that fence.
- Fences must be on or inside the property line. Property pins mark the corners.