Fence guide · Franklin and Brentwood, TN
Fence Installation Cost in Franklin and Brentwood, TN: Price Per Foot and Local Rules
What a wood, vinyl or aluminum fence costs per linear foot, what a typical backyard adds up to, and the Franklin and Brentwood rules to check first.
Quick answer
Most fences cost about $15 to $45 per linear foot for wood and $19 to $35 for vinyl, installed. A typical backyard of 100 to 200 feet lands near $4,000 to $5,000 nationally [1]. In Franklin, a side or rear yard fence can be up to 7 feet tall [5]. Pineda prices each project after a free site visit.
How much does fence installation cost?
Across national guides, a fence costs about $23 to $57 per linear foot installed, depending on the material [1]. For a whole yard, one national guide puts the average at $4,025 for 100 to 150 feet and $4,720 for 150 to 200 feet [1].
Those are national numbers. They are not Pineda prices. Pineda prices each project after a free site visit, because slope, soil, gates and access change the number.
A “linear foot” is one foot of fence line, measured along the ground. A 6-foot-tall fence and a 4-foot-tall fence both cost by the linear foot, but the taller one costs more per foot.
Fencing only the back and sides costs less than fencing the full lot. You can add a front section or a gate later.
Source: Fixr privacy fence cost guide, updated January 31, 2025 [3]. National installed ranges. Bar length shows the top of each range.
In Franklin, a fence in a side or rear yard can be up to 7 feet tall, so an 8-foot fence is not an option in most residential yards [5]. The rules section below explains more.
Fence cost per foot, by material
Wood is the widest range, at $15 to $45 per linear foot. Vinyl runs $19 to $35, aluminum $22 to $32 and chain link $7 to $12 [1].
Another national guide lists 6-foot wood privacy at $13 to $45 per foot, 6-foot vinyl privacy at $30 to $55 and aluminum at $20 to $55 [2]. The ranges overlap, but the order stays the same. Wood and chain link cost the least. Vinyl and aluminum cost more up front.
| Material | Cost per linear foot | Good fit for |
|---|---|---|
| Wood privacy | $15–$45 [1] | Full privacy and the most style choices. Needs staining or sealing over the years. |
| Wood shadowbox | About $21–$45 [3] | Privacy that lets air through, with a finished look from both sides. |
| Vinyl | $19–$35 [1] | A clean look with no painting. |
| Aluminum (ornamental) | $22–$32 [1] | An open view, pool and pet areas, and a classic front-yard look. |
| Chain link | $7–$12 [1] | The lowest price. See the Franklin rule below before you choose it. |
Shadowbox: Fixr gives a 150-foot total of $3,150 to $6,750, which we divided by 150 feet. Not a Pineda price.
Source: Thumbtack fence cost guide, last updated July 1, 2026 [1]. Installed, per linear foot. Bar length shows the top of each range.
Price is only part of the choice. Wood gives you the most styles and the easiest repairs. Vinyl skips the staining. Aluminum keeps the view open.
What a typical backyard fence costs: 100, 150 and 200 feet
At national prices, 150 feet of wood fence costs about $2,250 to $6,750, and 150 feet of vinyl costs about $2,850 to $5,250.
We worked out the table by multiplying each length by the national per-foot ranges above. It covers the fence line only. Gates, old fence removal, slope work and extra-tall sections are not in it.
| Fence length | Wood ($15–$45 per ft) | Vinyl ($19–$35 per ft) | Aluminum ($22–$32 per ft) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft (a small yard or one side) | $1,500–$4,500 | $1,900–$3,500 | $2,200–$3,200 |
| 150 ft (back and one side) | $2,250–$6,750 | $2,850–$5,250 | $3,300–$4,800 |
| 200 ft (back and both sides) | $3,000–$9,000 | $3,800–$7,000 | $4,400–$6,400 |
National ranges: length × Thumbtack installed cost per linear foot [1]. Not a Pineda price.
Compare the table with real totals. Thumbtack’s average is $4,025 for 100 to 150 feet and $5,039 for 200 to 250 feet [1]. Another national guide puts a 150-foot, 6-foot fence at about $4,700 and an 8-foot fence at about $6,300 [7].
What drives fence installation cost
Length and material set the starting price. Height, gates, slope and what is already in the way decide the rest.
Height
Taller fences use more material. 150 feet at 8 feet tall costs about twice as much as at 6 feet [3].
Material and style
Wood, vinyl and aluminum each have their own price per foot. Shadowbox and custom designs cost more than a plain board fence.
Gates
A walk-through gate runs about $150 to $250 [4]. A 48-inch gate with standard hardware runs $400 to $800 in another guide [2]. Driveway gates cost far more.
Slope
On tilted land, labor goes up because a fence is harder to install on uneven ground [1]. Many yards here slope, so ask how your fence will step down the hill.
Posts
Posts are commonly spaced 6 to 8 feet apart [3]. Wet clay soil can make post holes slower to dig and to set.
Old fence removal
Removing and hauling an old fence costs about $3 to $5 per linear foot in one guide [4] and $600 to $800 for 100 to 200 feet in another [8].
Access
Tight side yards, trees and steep drives slow a crew. Easy access saves time.
Labor
One national guide says materials and labor each make up about half of the cost [4].
HOA and permit steps
Some neighborhoods review a fence before work starts. The review adds time, not always cost.
Fence posts do the holding. The boards and panels are just what you see. Ask how the posts are set, and what happens at a gate or a slope.
Fence rules in Franklin and Brentwood: heights, finished side and permits
In Franklin, a residential fence can be 3 feet tall in the front yard and 7 feet tall in a side or rear yard. Brentwood reviews fences but does not issue a permit for them [5] [6].
We read these rules on the official Franklin zoning ordinance and on Brentwood’s Planning and Codes manual. Rules change, so confirm your lot with the city before you build.
| Question | City of Franklin | City of Brentwood |
|---|---|---|
| Is a permit needed? | “Fences and walls may need a building permit, depending on the height” [5]. Ask Building and Neighborhood Services. | Fences get a staff review, and “no official permit is issued” [6]. |
| Front yard height | 3 feet maximum [5] | Ask Planning and Codes. |
| Side or rear yard height | 7 feet maximum for residential [5] | Ask Planning and Codes. |
| Front yard see-through rule | “Fences in front yards shall be a maximum of 75 percent opaque” [5] | Ask Planning and Codes. |
| Finished side | The finished side faces outward, toward neighbors and the street [5] | Ask Planning and Codes. |
| Chain link | Prohibited, except in the LI and HI districts [5] | Ask Planning and Codes. |
Franklin measures height “from the lowest adjacent grade to the top of the fence or wall” [5]. On a sloped lot, that means the low side counts.
Franklin also says fences may not sit in public right-of-way, block driveway or intersection sight lines, or block fire hydrants. In a utility easement, the easement holder must agree in writing [5]. Corner lots have a separate rule for the side-street yard, so ask Franklin to confirm yours.
Brentwood’s manual points to the fence section of its zoning code (Sec. 78-10) as the rule book. Ask the City of Brentwood Planning and Codes Department for the height and setback numbers for your zone.
Want the full picture for your street? Our fence installation in Franklin team can walk your lot with you.
HOA approval and 811 before you dig
Your HOA is a separate approval from the city. Many Brentwood and Franklin subdivisions have their own fence rules, so check them before you pick a style.
An HOA may set the fence style, color, height or material. Ask for the rules in writing. Then send the design for approval before you order anything.
HOA checklist
- Which materials and colors are allowed?
- What height is allowed in the back yard and the front yard?
- Does the fence need an application, a drawing or a survey?
- How long does the review take?
- Which side must face out?
Call 811 before any digging, including fence post holes. Tennessee’s utility regulators say to contact 811 a few days before you dig, so locators can mark underground lines [9]. Fence posts go into the ground, so this step matters.
How to get an accurate fence quote
An accurate fence quote starts with a visit to your yard. A price by phone cannot see your slope, soil or gate spots.
- Walk and mark the fence line. Use stakes or paint. Note every corner and every gate spot.
- Choose the goal. Privacy, a pool or pet area, curb appeal, or all three. The goal sets the style and height.
- Check your HOA rules. Get the style, color and height limits in writing.
- Check the city rules. Ask Franklin Building and Neighborhood Services or Brentwood Planning and Codes about your lot.
- Ask for a site visit. The estimator should look at slope, soil, trees and how a crew will get in.
- Get an itemized quote. It should list the material, height, post type, gates, removal and cleanup.
- Compare quotes line by line. Match height, post type and gates before you compare totals.
Fence work often goes with other yard projects. A new fence is a good moment to add a walkway or fix a wet spot. We serve homeowners in Brentwood and Franklin.
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How much does it cost to install a fence?
National guides put installed fences at about $23 to $57 per linear foot. The average total is about $4,025 for 100 to 150 feet and $4,720 for 150 to 200 feet. Your own price depends on material, height, gates and slope.
How much does a privacy fence cost per foot?
A 6-foot wood privacy fence runs about $13 to $45 per linear foot nationally, and vinyl privacy runs about $30 to $55. Taller and more custom fences cost more. A local site visit gives you the real number.
How much does a 150-foot fence cost?
At national prices, 150 feet of wood costs about $2,250 to $6,750, vinyl about $2,850 to $5,250 and aluminum about $3,300 to $4,800. One guide puts 150 feet at 6 feet tall at $2,250 to $6,000 and at 8 feet tall at $4,500 to $12,750. Gates and removal are extra.
Do I need a permit for a fence in Franklin, TN?
Franklin’s zoning ordinance says fences and walls may need a building permit, depending on the height. Ask the City of Franklin Building and Neighborhood Services about your fence before you build. The ordinance also sets a 7-foot maximum in a residential side or rear yard.
Do I need a permit for a fence in Brentwood, TN?
Brentwood’s Planning and Codes manual says fences get a staff review but no official permit is issued. The review checks that the fence meets the zoning code. Ask Planning and Codes for the height and setback rules for your lot.
Do I need HOA approval for a fence?
Many neighborhoods in Franklin and Brentwood have an HOA with its own fence rules. HOA approval is separate from the city. Ask for the rules in writing and send your design before work starts.
Is a wood or vinyl fence cheaper?
Wood often costs less up front, at about $15 to $45 per linear foot against $19 to $35 for vinyl. Wood needs staining or sealing over the years. Vinyl skips that upkeep.
Sources
- Thumbtack, “How much does a fence cost?”, last updated July 1, 2026
- Inch Calculator, “Cost to Install a Fence – 2026 Average Prices”
- Fixr, “How much does it cost to install a privacy fence?”, updated January 31, 2025
- Bob Vila, “Fence Installation Cost”, last updated April 17, 2024
- City of Franklin, Tennessee, Zoning Ordinance, effective January 13, 2026, Chapter 13, Sections 13.1.1 to 13.1.4 (fences and walls)
- City of Brentwood, Planning and Codes, Process and Procedure Manual, 2nd Edition, effective February 19, 2026, Section 4.08 and Zoning Code Sec. 78-10
- Bob Vila, “Privacy Fence Cost”, updated June 4, 2023
- Fixr, “How much does it cost to install a fence?”, updated January 31, 2025
- Tennessee Public Utility Commission, “April is Safe Digging Month”, 2026