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Front-yard fences in Washoe County top out at 4½ feet under current zoning rules. See the full height table →
Side and rear yard fences can go up to 6 feet under current Washoe County zoning. See the full height table →
Corner lots carry an 18-inch sight-triangle rule near the intersection, with 6 feet allowed 10 feet back from the property line — this trips up more homeowners than any other rule in the county. See the corner-lot rule →
Pool and spa enclosures are usually held to a separate safety-fencing standard beyond the general zoning maximums — confirm the specifics with your contractor before ordering materials.
A 6-foot solid vinyl or wood privacy fence is the most common choice for full privacy in Reno yards. Compare vinyl privacy options →
Ornamental metal or a finished vinyl fence tends to add the most curb appeal without sacrificing durability in Reno's climate. See material cost comparisons →
Chain link and welded-wire options are the most budget-friendly way to secure a yard for pets or kids. See repair & install options →
Many Reno-area HOAs have their own material and height rules on top of the county zoning maximums — check your HOA's fence policy before you buy materials. Read the HOA fence rules guide →
Reno fence costs at a glance
As of September 2026, a new fence in Reno, NV costs about $20–$50/ft for wood, $30–$60/ft for vinyl, and $9–$30/ft for chain link installed, with a 100- to 200-foot yard landing between $2,000 and $12,000; a standard repair runs $300–$900.
Source notes and the full breakdown follow below. — Reno Apex Fence
What Reno homeowners come here for
Reno Apex Fence covers the whole fence decision for Reno, Sparks, and Washoe County — what things cost, what the county allows, which material survives the wind, and who to call — then connects you with an independent local contractor when you're ready for quotes. Start with the page that matches your project:
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Fence installation — how an install goes here, the county's height and corner-lot rules, cedar vs. vinyl vs. chain link for Reno's climate, and how to vet an A-21 licensed contractor.
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Fence repair — repair costs by problem, a repair-or-replace check for wind-damaged fences, chain link fixes, and the county's board-replacement permit exemption.
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Vinyl fence installation — local vs. national vinyl pricing, the grade specs that matter in wind and UV, and an honest vinyl-vs-cedar comparison.
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Fence cost per foot — the full Reno cost guide: every material, whole-project ranges, privacy fence and retaining wall costs, and what pushes a Reno quote up.
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Best fence companies in Reno — who does what across the local contractors, plus the three license checks that matter more than any ranking.
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Automatic gate installation — driveway gate and opener costs (about $4,000 on average nationally) and swing vs. slide for Reno driveways.
The Reno numbers, in one table
| Item | Typical range | Notes |
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| Wood fence, installed | $20–$50 per linear foot | Cedar or redwood; national |
| Vinyl fence, installed | $30–$60 per linear foot | One Reno installer publishes $20–$35/ft for privacy |
| Chain link, installed | $9–$30 per linear foot | Reno installer rate $8–$19/ft |
| Full 150-ft back yard | $3,000–$9,000 | Wood or vinyl, before gates and removal |
| Standard repair | $300–$900 | A section, a post, or a gate |
| Automatic driveway gate | $2,380–$8,000 | $4,000 average; national |
| Max height, side/rear yard | 6 ft | Washoe County zoning |
| Max height, front setback | 4½ ft | Washoe County zoning |
Why a Reno fence isn't a generic fence
Three local facts drive almost every recommendation on this site. Washoe County's adopted design wind speed is 120 mph and its listed frost line is 24 inches, which is why post depth and concrete footings matter more here than in Las Vegas or Sacramento. The valley floor and foothills are largely decomposed granite and rock, so post holes are the line item most likely to move a quote. And the three local governments — Reno, Sparks, and the county — run one shared permit portal, onenv.us, not three offices. Every cost figure here is dated, every rule is sourced to the county's own documents, and we say plainly when a number is national rather than Reno-measured.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fence cost per foot in Reno? +
As of September 2026, fence installation in Reno runs about $20–$50/ft for wood, $30–$60/ft for vinyl, and $9–$30/ft for chain link installed — see the full cost-per-foot breakdown for local installer rates and whole-project ranges.
Do I need a permit for a fence in Washoe County? +
Fence permits for Reno, Sparks, and unincorporated Washoe County all go through the shared ONE Regional Licensing & Permits portal at onenv.us; whether your fence needs one depends on height and location, so confirm with Development Services at 775-334-2063 before building.
What's the maximum fence height allowed in Reno? +
Washoe County zoning allows up to 6 feet in side and rear yards and up to 4½ feet within the front-yard setback, with an 18-inch limit inside a corner lot's 30-foot sight triangle.
How much does fence repair cost in Reno? +
A standard fence repair in Reno runs $300–$900, from about $100–$300 for a few boards to $900–$2,500 for a windstorm-flattened run or several broken posts.
How does this site work? +
Reno Apex Fence is a free referral service: you tell us about the project, and we connect you with an independent, local fence contractor. We don't install fences ourselves, and you're never obligated to hire anyone we refer.
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