Residential Fencing

Because homeowners’ association (HOAs) fence rules are meant to keep the neighborhood looking uniform, fencing is one of the first things an HOA board weighs in on when a homeowner wants to make changes to their property. Most Denver HOAs require a written request, a list of materials, and sometimes a survey before approving a project. Although the red tape can be cumbersome, homeowners who learn the common HOA fence rules in advance usually have an easier approval process. We’ll explain what those rules typically include, how the approval process works, and which fence styles are easiest to get approved.

A new fence is not a small purchase, and most homeowners only go through this process once every decade or two. Between choosing a material, coordinating a schedule, and having a crew on your property for several days, it makes sense to want a clear picture of how it all unfolds before committing to anything. Getting a new fence installed can feel like a big unknown if you have never worked with a fencing contractor before. Knowing what to expect during a professional fence installation, from the first phone call to the final walkthrough, makes the process less stressful and helps you spot a quality contractor before you sign anything. 

A fence line rarely belongs to just one household. If the structure sits on or near the property boundary, both homeowners typically share the responsibility, and the cost, of keeping it standing. Replacing a shared fence brings up questions that a solo backyard project never does: who pays, who picks the material, and who takes the lead when opinions differ.