Fence installation and repair in Oley
Pottstown Fences installs wood, vinyl, aluminum, chain link, composite and split rail fences, plus pool barriers and repairs, for homes in the 19547 ZIP code. Before we quote, we look up the code for your exact address, because in Oley the rules depend on which municipality your home is in.
Which township is my home in?
The Oley mailing address covers mostly Oley Township, with smaller parts of Pike Township, Alsace Township, Amity Township, District Township, Earl Township, Exeter Township, Rockland Township and Ruscombmanor Township. Your property tax bill names your municipality, and that office issues your fence permit.
Fence rules that apply here
These are the residential fence rules we've verified for the municipalities that cover Oley. If yours isn't listed, we confirm the rules with your zoning office before we quote.
Amity Township
- Permit
- Yes, a zoning permit. Township permit page
- Front yard
- Up to 4 ft.
- Side & rear
- Up to 6 ft.
- Chain link must be screened from neighbors with a planted buffer.
- Pool fences at least 4 ft with gaps no more than 2 in.
Source: Zoning §32-916 · checked September 2026. Codes change, so we confirm with the township before every install.
Exeter Township
- Permit
- Yes, a building permit.
- Front yard
- The zoning code sets no specific front-yard height limit.
- Side & rear
- Fences up to 10 ft may sit on the property line; taller must be set back 5 ft.
- Not in the right-of-way or easements; keep sight triangles clear.
- Pool barriers at least 4 ft with no opening over 4 in.
Source: Zoning §390-42 · checked September 2026. Codes change, so we confirm with the township before every install.
Before anyone digs: Pennsylvania law requires a PA One Call (811) request at least 3 and no more than 10 business days before excavation, and that includes fence post holes. Utilities mark their public lines, but private lines aren't marked: invisible dog fences, sprinklers, lines to sheds, pools or lamp posts, and septic. Tell us where yours run.
Popular fences for Oley homes
Wood fences
Warm, classic and easy to customize. Cedar or pressure-treated pine in privacy, picket and horizontal styles.
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Vinyl fences
Low maintenance and clean-looking for decades. Privacy, semi-privacy and picket in several colors.
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Aluminum fences
Wrought-iron look, no rust. Ideal for pools, front yards and yards that slope.
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Split rail & farm fences
Rustic, open and affordable for long runs. Add welded wire to keep pets in.
Learn more →Oley fence FAQ
Do I need a fence permit in Oley?
It depends on your municipality. In Amity Township: Yes, a zoning permit. We check the rules for your exact address and file the application for you.
How tall can my fence be in Oley?
For Amity Township, front yard: Up to 4 ft.; side and rear: Up to 6 ft.. Corner lots and pools can add limits, so we confirm on site.
How soon can you install a fence in Oley?
Most fences take one to three days on site once the permit is approved and the PA One Call waiting period has passed. We’ll give you a timeline with your quote.
Do you install pool fences in Oley?
Yes. We build pool barriers to Pennsylvania’s pool code: at least 48 inches tall, with self-closing, self-latching gates that open away from the pool, and openings small enough to pass inspection. Pool fence guide.
Questions from Oley homeowners
- Is the old hedgerow between my property and the farm next door the property line?
- My livestock got onto a neighbor's property. Who's liable in Pennsylvania?
- Who pays for a fence between two farms in Pennsylvania?
- Can a sinkhole open under a fence post in Oley or Exeter?
- How do I get spotted lanternfly egg masses off my fence?
- Can I feed deer in Berks County, and does that change my fence?
- Do invisible dog fences work on big lots in Oley, Hereford and Washington Township?
- What fence protects backyard chickens from foxes and coyotes?
Municipality fence rules: Pike Township · Amity Township · Exeter Township