Resolve grade and street frontage before choosing height.
Austin’s fence guidance addresses natural grade, public right-of-way, and floodplain locations. A fence on a sloping boundary needs a measured profile; a single height written on a sketch can miss the highest section.
Share a survey with gates, driveway visibility, and any shared boundary marked. For commercial properties, identify delivery openings and pedestrian exits. Compare a stepped layout with a sloping layout before ordering materials, and establish who will obtain the applicable approval. We do not assume that replacing an older fence makes a new design exempt.
Local reference: Austin fence regulations. Confirm requirements for your address and scope with the responsible authority.