21.7 A700 - Fencing

Fences shall be constructed as appropriate for the given project and property. Consideration shall be given for the use of the property and must take into account any federal, state, or local requirements.

Fences shall be built at the emergency overflow water surface elevation or higher.

It is recommended that fences be 6 feet in height for ponds or 4 feet if the depth of the pond from bottom elevation to emergency overflow water surface elevation is 5 feet or less.

Access to the facility shall be a consideration. Fencing must include swinging gates large enough for truck access when necessary. Pedestrian access gates shall be a minimum of 4 feet in width.

See https://www.tacomapermits.org/tip-sheet-index/fences for additional information about fence construction and permitting.