Planning Your Oak Island Fence Guide | Port City Fence & Gates

How to use this guide

Complete guide to local fence regulations.

Oak Island fences can involve coastal rules, flood zones, and zoning permits—know the basics before you start.

Learn more about Overview

Rear and side yards commonly allow around 6 ft; front yards trend closer to 4 ft. Corner lots must protect sight lines.

Learn more about Typical Height Caps

Height is usually measured from the natural grade outside the fence—retaining walls or berms count toward total height.

Learn more about How Height Is Measured

Most fences need a zoning permit. Submit a sketch with height, materials, and placement relative to property lines.

Learn more about Town Zoning Permit

Areas of Environmental Concern and mapped flood zones may need state authorization or floodplain approval before work.

Learn more about CAMA & Floodplain Rules

Many neighborhoods enforce style, color, or placement rules that can be stricter than Town ordinances.

Learn more about HOA or Private Covenants

Verify property corners, stay clear of easements, and keep sight-distance triangles unobstructed.

Learn more about Setbacks & Easements

Gates should not swing into the right-of-way. Pool barriers must self-close, self-latch, and meet NC Residential Code.

Learn more about Gates & Pool Barriers

Oak Island Planning & Inspections, NC CAMA regional office, and NC811 for utility locates.

Learn more about Key Contacts

Town website, permit forms, CAMA guidance, flood data, and ordinances in one place.

Learn more about Official References

This information is for general guidance only. Always verify with local authorities.

Step-by-step instructions for fence maintenance.

Important information about permits and regulations.

Step-by-step instructions for fence maintenance.