Fence installation and repair in Pennsburg, Red Hill & Palm
Pottstown Fences installs wood, vinyl, aluminum, chain link, composite and split rail fences, plus pool barriers and repairs, for homes in the 18073, 18076 and 18070 ZIP codes. Before we quote, we look up the code for your exact address, because in Pennsburg the rules depend on which municipality your home is in.
Which township is my home in?
The Pennsburg, Red Hill & Palm mailing address covers Upper Hanover Township, Pennsburg Borough and Red Hill Borough, with smaller parts of Marlborough Township and New Hanover 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 Pennsburg. If yours isn't listed, we confirm the rules with your zoning office before we quote.
Upper Hanover Township
- Permit
- Yes. Fence permit from the Zoning Officer for new, replaced or expanded fences (section last amended July 2025). Township permit page
- Front yard
- Up to 4 ft when within 5 ft of the road right-of-way; never inside it.
- Side & rear
- Up to 6 ft (up to 8 ft if the part above 6 ft is mostly open).
- Set at least 1 ft back from property lines unless neighbors agree in writing.
- Finished side (no posts or rails) faces neighbors.
Source: Zoning §500-814 · checked September 2026. Codes change, so we confirm with the township before every install.
New Hanover Township
- Permit
- Township FAQ (not re-verified Oct 2026): a permit is needed, replacing boards without new posts is exempt, and pool fences also need a building permit. We confirm with the township. Township permit page
- Front yard
- Up to 4 ft.
- Side & rear
- Up to 6 ft.
- Nothing inside the ultimate right-of-way.
- Clear sight triangle: 25 ft, or 50 ft on collector and arterial roads.
Source: Zoning §27-1909 · 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 Pennsburg 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 →Pennsburg fence FAQ
Do I need a fence permit in Pennsburg?
It depends on your municipality. In Upper Hanover Township: Yes. Fence permit from the Zoning Officer for new, replaced or expanded fences (section last amended July 2025). We check the rules for your exact address and file the application for you.
How tall can my fence be in Pennsburg?
For Upper Hanover Township, front yard: Up to 4 ft when within 5 ft of the road right-of-way; never inside it.; side and rear: Up to 6 ft (up to 8 ft if the part above 6 ft is mostly open).. Corner lots and pools can add limits, so we confirm on site.
How soon can you install a fence in Pennsburg?
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 Pennsburg?
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 Pennsburg homeowners
- Upper Hanover fence permits and the 1-foot setback
- Can a pool fence go in a floodplain, wetland or easement?
- Horse and livestock fencing for Upper Berks and Upper Perk farmettes
Municipality fence rules: Upper Hanover Township · New Hanover Township