Big dogs and no fences in Dublin? (Columbus: for rent, homes)

[isoechoic]

We are moving to Dublin and surprisingly we cannot have fences? We have a 85 pound outside dog who likes to play, run, etc. An electronic fence cannot hold him. Most of the homes we are looking at (for rent or buy) do not have fences and apparently this is a Dublin rule? We are moving from Houston where the fence keeps the dog 'in'. Any further thoughts? How do you all keep your big dogs close? Thanks

[NewToCA]

Kind of a rule, I lived in Dublin a few years ago and the rule was you could have a fence but it had to be a specific number of feet inside of the property line.

Metro Columbus is sort of strange in this way, Dublin isn't the only community with significant fence restrictions.

Anyhow, here are the restriction per the Dublin website:


The City of Dublin’s fencing code regulates the type of fencing used in the community. The City Code defines FENCE as the following:
Any structure composed of wood, metal, stone, plastic, or other natural and permanent material erected in such a manner and positioned as to enclose or partially enclose any premises or any part of any premises. Trellises, or other structures supporting, or for the purpose of supporting vines, flowers and other vegetation when erected in such position as to enclose or partially enclose or separate any premises shall be included within the definition of the word FENCE.

•Fences or walls cannot exceed 4 feet in height.

•Fences are generally restricted to the “buildable” area of each lot.

•Arbors or trellises can be up to 8 feet in height but are restricted in size and location.

•Hedges are considered fences if they are planted and constructed in a manner in which their purpose is to enclose, partially enclose or separate premises. A hedge does not constitute a fence when it used for an ornamental purpose and does not in fact serve the purpose of enclosing, partially enclosing, or separating premises from adjoining premises.


The following types of fences are PROHIBITED in the City of Dublin:

(1) Electrified, barbed wire, razor wire, and stockade fences are hereby prohibited in all zoning districts. This prohibition shall not be construed to prohibit electrified and/or barbed wire fences when used in conjunction with a purely agricultural use as defined by the Ohio Revised Code.

(2) Vinyl clad, plastic or PVC (poly vinyl chloride) fences are hereby prohibited in all residential districts.

Any Dublin resident or business wishing to construct fencing must obtain a permit. For more information regarding Dublin’s fencing regulations, contact Land Use and Long Range Planning at 614-410-4600.



City of Dublin Code - Ordinances