Installing a fence in Conway requires balancing the relaxed feel of a college town with Faulkner County’s practical building rules. Home to the University of Central Arkansas, Hendrix College, and a booming suburban population, Conway is one of Arkansas’s fastest-growing cities — and its red clay soils and humid summers can be tough on fencing materials. Whether you’re enclosing a backyard near Lake Conway or adding a boundary fence in a newer subdivision off Dave Ward Drive, your contractor must understand Conway’s residential fence ordinances and call Arkansas 811 before digging. Always verify HOA requirements in master-planned communities like Conway Commons, as community aesthetic rules often exceed city minimums.
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| Address: | 1100 McNutt Road, Conway, AR 72034 | ||
| Phone #: | (501) 327-2969 | ||
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Conway Zoning & Permit Guide
Height Standards: In Conway, residential fences in rear and side yards are generally permitted up to 6 feet in height without a variance. Front yard fences are typically limited to 4 feet and should be of an open style (such as picket or ornamental) to preserve neighborhood sightlines. Corner lots have additional clear-view requirements near intersections.
Permit Requirements: Conway generally requires a building permit for permanent fences. Applications are submitted through the City of Conway Planning & Development Department. Review your subdivision’s plat and any recorded easements before you dig, as utility and drainage easements are common in Conway’s newer developments.
Pool Safety: Arkansas Department of Health guidelines require residential pool barriers to be at least 48 inches (4 feet) tall with self-closing, self-latching gates. Learn more about making your fence pool code compliant.
Soil & Utilities: Conway’s red clay soils expand and contract seasonally, which can cause fence posts to shift or heave over time. Ask your contractor about proper concrete footing techniques and appropriate post depth for your specific lot. Always call Arkansas 811 at least two business days before any digging begins.