Fences in Lacey, WA
Lacey's fence rules are stricter in front and looser in back than most neighbors'. And your HOA may have its own say.
Lacey fence rules, in plain talk
- Front yard: 3 feet max.
- Sides and rear: up to 7 feet.
- Decorative, see-through fences: up to 8 feet.
- Over 7 feet: permit required.
What's different in Lacey
- HOA design rules. Hawks Prairie, Horizon Pointe and other associations often set styles and colors. We'll plan around them.
- Small new lots. Tight side yards mean gates and short fence runs that have to fit exactly.
What we build
- Cedar fences and gates
- Picket gates and arbors
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Why Lawn Boys
- Your neighbors in Olympia since 2014
- Best of South Sound 2026 Winner (The Olympian)
- Based in Olympia, at 9607 Old Hwy 99 SE
- One local company for landscape maintenance, landscape construction and general contracting
- Residential and commercial properties
- Free estimates and free on-site assessments
- Serving every city in Thurston, Pierce, King, Lewis and Mason counties
- Office hours Mon–Sat, 7 AM–8 PM: (360) 701-1399
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Lacey fence FAQ
Can my front fence be 4 feet?
Lacey caps front-yard fences at 3 feet.
Do I need a permit?
Only for fences over 7 feet, per city code. Your HOA may need to approve any fence.
Can you build a gate with an arbor?
Yes.
Contact
or call (360) 701-1399
Lawn Boys Landscape · 9607 Old Hwy 99 SE, Olympia, WA 98501 · (360) 701-1399 · office@lawnboyscompanies.com
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Your neighbors in Olympia since 2014.