Fence & Block Wall — St. George & Washington County
Building a Fence or Block Wall in St. George? Start With the Permit, the HOA, and the Right Local Pro
Cost ranges, city permit rules, and pool-fence and HOA questions answered first — then we connect you with an independent local fence or block-wall company that handles your job. No cost, no obligation.
Serving St. George, Washington, Hurricane, Ivins, Santa Clara · Washington County, UT
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Which path fits your project?
Answer both and the box below tells you where to start. No sign-up, nothing to submit.
Fence and wall projects we cover
Each guide answers the questions that come before a project starts, then leads to an independent local company.
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New fence installation
Wood, vinyl, chain-link, and ornamental iron: heights, materials for the desert, and what to check before you sign.
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Fence repair
Leaning posts, wind damage, sagging gates, and cracked block, with repair-or-replace guidance.
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Block & retaining walls
CMU and retaining walls, the 4-foot permit rule, and sloped-lot drainage basics.
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Pool fences & gates
What we could and could not verify about local pool rules, and how to get the answer in one call.
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HOA & new construction
How HOA approval sits on top of city code, and what to check on a new-construction lot.
What fences and walls cost here
As of September 2026, a standard residential fence project in St. George typically runs about $2,400–$10,800 installed, with a median near $5,000.
| Type | Typical installed range (price and unit) | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Chain-link | $8–$25 per foot | |
| Wood privacy | $15–$35 per foot | |
| Vinyl (PVC) privacy | $24–$45 per foot | |
| Ornamental / wrought iron | $25–$55 per foot | |
| CMU / concrete block wall | $20–$35 per sq ft |
National and aggregator planning ranges, not quotes. See the full cost guide for sources, dates, and method.
The questions most sites skip
Permits, HOAs, and pool fences come first
In St. George a retaining wall of 4 feet or more needs a city permit, and so does any fence or retaining wall in a front setback (City Code §10-18-5). HOAs can add stricter rules of their own, and pool fences raise questions we would rather send you to the city for than answer with a number we could not verify.
How it works
- Read the guide that fits your project. Costs, permits, and vetting questions are answered up front.
- Tell us what you are building. Project type, city, and any HOA, slope, or pool details.
- An independent local company follows up. You compare and decide, with no obligation.
Want to see who is out there first? Read our list of local fence and wall companies.
Service area
We cover St. George and the nearby cities of Washington, Hurricane, Ivins, and Santa Clara, plus surrounding communities in Washington County, UT. Tell us your city and what you are building and we will match you with a company that covers it.
Common Questions
How much does a fence cost in St. George?
As of September 2026, a standard residential fence project in St. George typically runs about $2,400 to $10,800 installed, with a median near $5,000. A concrete block wall runs about $20–$35 per square foot. These are planning ranges, not quotes.
Do I need a permit for a fence or block wall in St. George?
Often, yes for walls. St. George City Code §10-18-5 requires a permit for any fence or retaining wall built in a front setback regardless of height, and for CMU, segmental-block, rockery, or reinforced-concrete retaining walls 4 feet or taller wherever they are. Confirm your specific project with the city before you build.
How tall can a fence be in St. George?
Under St. George City Code §10-18-1, front-yard fences are limited to 4 feet and side or rear-yard fences to 6 feet 4 inches in most zones, with some zones allowing taller open-style front fences. Your HOA may set stricter limits.
How do I check that a fence or wall company is licensed in Utah?
Use the Utah Division of Professional Licensing’s public license lookup and search the company by name, then confirm insurance directly with the company. Verify license status yourself rather than relying on any website’s claim, including ours.
Does my HOA need to approve my fence?
If you have an HOA, check its governing documents and get approval in writing before you build. HOA approval and city permits are separate, and one does not replace the other.
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