Don't worry! Your installation professional can go over these points with you at the estimate. But here are some things to keep in mind to help you plan ahead.
Which fence rules apply in Powell?
If your Powell address is outside Knoxville city limits, the Knox County Zoning Ordinance applies. If it is inside Knoxville city limits, City of Knoxville rules apply instead.
- In a required front yard, no fence, wall or hedge may materially block the view across the yard above 3½ feet.
- On a corner lot where front and side yards are required, nothing may block the view between 2½ and 10 feet above the road crown within the visibility triangle.
Knox County Codes Administration can tell you whether your fence needs a permit.
Before you build in Powell
- City or county? A Powell mailing address doesn't always mean county rules, so confirm which code covers your lot before you pick a height.
- Front yard and corners. Keep front-yard fences low or open, and keep corners clear.
- HOA rules. If your street has an HOA, its fence rules can be stricter than the county's. Bring your HOA sheet to the on-site estimate.
Fence types for Powell yards
- Wood privacy fence: full privacy for a back lot.
- Vinyl privacy fence: privacy without staining or sealing.
- Chain link: for pets and back lots.
- Aluminum: an open style that fits the front-yard view rule.
- Gates: walk and drive gates to match the fence.
- Repair: leaning posts, broken panels and sagging gates.
Planning numbers are on the fence cost guide.
Questions
How tall can a front-yard fence be in Powell?
If your address is in unincorporated Knox County, the Knox County Zoning Ordinance says a fence in a required front yard may not materially block the view across the yard above 3½ feet. Open styles are the usual answer.
What are the corner-lot fence rules in Knox County?
Under §3.20.04.A of the Knox County Zoning Ordinance, on a corner lot where front and side yards are required, nothing may block the view between 2½ and 10 feet above the road crown within the visibility triangle.
Do I need a permit for a fence in Powell?
Check with Knox County Codes Administration for your parcel before you build.
How do I get a price for a fence in Powell?
Call (865) 737-4194 or request an estimate. Your local installer measures the line and checks the front-yard and corner rules for your lot.