Fence Company in Cavalier, ND
Vinyl, wood, chain link and ornamental fencing, built to the height the ordinance actually allows.
Most towns this size leave the fence question vague. Cavalier does the opposite. The council rewrote the fence ordinance in September 2024, and it is now the most specific in the region, down to how the height is measured and what the gate has to do if your meter ends up inside the fence.
That is good news if you want a real privacy fence, because the side and rear yard allowance here is 8 feet, higher than most towns nearby. What it does not change is what happens below the line: posts driven past the frost line into stable ground rather than floated in a shallow collar of concrete, so a Tongue River valley winter has nothing to lift.
Vinyl, wood, chain link and ornamental, for homes and businesses in Cavalier and across Pembina County. We also offer fence repair. Tell us about your property and you will get a written quote covering materials, layout and cost. The rules that decide the layout are set out further down this page. See how we install.
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Fence Types We Install in Cavalier, ND
Choosing the right fence material affects how your fence looks, how much maintenance it needs, and how well it holds up over time.
Homeowners and businesses in Cavalier, ND, and the surrounding communities choose different fencing options based on privacy, security, appearance, and long-term upkeep.
Residential Fencing in Cavalier, ND
Residential fencing helps create a yard that feels private, safe, and complete. Homeowners install fences for backyard privacy, safe areas for kids and dogs, pool safety, and improved curb appeal.
Commercial Fencing in Cavalier, ND
Commercial fencing needs to be strong, clean, and built for daily use. We install fencing for warehouses, storage yards, equipment areas, shops, and business properties.
Chain Link Fencing in Cavalier, ND
Chain link fencing provides clear boundaries, reliable security, and low maintenance. It is commonly used for yards, businesses, storage areas, and larger properties.
Ornamental Fencing in Cavalier, ND
Ornamental fencing provides strength and security while keeping an open, professional appearance. It works well for front yards, entrances, and decorative boundaries.
Vinyl Fencing in Cavalier, ND
Vinyl fencing is popular for homeowners who want privacy with minimal upkeep. It resists moisture, keeps a consistent appearance, and does not require painting or staining.
Wood Fencing in Cavalier, ND
Wood fencing offers a classic look and flexible design options. It allows for different heights, layouts, and privacy levels.
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Planning a fence in Cavalier, ND or elsewhere in Pembina County?
Tell us about your property and you will get a written quote covering fence options and installation costs.
Fence Rules in Cavalier, ND
Cavalier rewrote its fence ordinance in September 2024. It is unusually detailed for a town this size, and almost every clause changes something about the layout. Here is what it says, with the official sources linked below.
- A fence, wall or hedge up to 8 feet may occupy the required side or rear yard. The height is measured from flat, natural ground height on both sides of the fence.
- Nothing over 4 feet may be built in the front yard, beyond the front line of the structure, or within the applicable 20-foot setback from the street, whichever is farther back. No fence may be built on City right of way or public property.
- A fence must be placed at least 1 foot away from a property line.
- It may sit on the rear property line only where that line does not abut an alleyway or a city easement for water, power or other utilities. Where the rear line abuts an alleyway it must be no closer than 5 feet, and no fence may be placed on land covered by a city easement.
- Where the fence encloses an electric, water or gas meter, it needs a gate with a bottom clearance of at least 3 inches and latching hardware that works from both sides. Building such a fence counts as the landowner’s permission for city employees and utility providers to enter the enclosed area for purposes such as reading meters.
- Fences must be built from weather resistant material consisting of new wood, metal or vinyl. Barbed wire is prohibited in any residential zone, and in a commercial or industrial zone it is allowed only as part of a chain link enclosure and must sit at least 6 feet above ground level.
- A fence or wall left in a weakened or structurally deficient condition is a public nuisance and may be abated by the city.
Source: City of Cavalier ordinance 6.0802, Fences, Walls and Hedges, approved on second reading by the city council on September 3, 2024, and the city’s current ordinance book. Ordinances are amended over time. Confirm what applies to your property with the city office at 701-265-8800 before building.
Official City of Cavalier Resources
City of Cavalier Website
City Forms and Permits
Building Permit Application
City of Cavalier Ordinances
Compare Fence Options and Costs in Cavalier
Comparing residential or commercial fencing in Cavalier, ND? Share a few details about your property and you will get a written quote for the right fence style and material. No estimates over the phone.
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Choosing the right fence contractor matters. Sonyx Fencing focuses on quality materials, proper installation, and fences that stay straight and solid over time.
We work across Pembina County and the wider Red River Valley year round. Cavalier allows more height in the back yard than most towns nearby, which makes it one of the few places around here where a genuinely tall privacy fence is on the table.
Fence Installation FAQs for Cavalier, ND
Heights, setbacks, materials, meter access and long-term durability in Cavalier conditions.
How tall can a fence be in Cavalier?
Up to 8 feet in the required side or rear yard, which is higher than most towns nearby allow. In the front yard, beyond the front line of the house, or within the 20-foot street setback, whichever is farther back, nothing over 4 feet. The ordinance measures height from flat, natural ground on both sides of the fence, so a difference in grade between two lots matters.
Can the fence go right on the property line?
No. The ordinance requires at least 1 foot of clearance from a property line. A fence may sit on the rear property line only where that line does not abut an alleyway or a city utility easement. Where it abuts an alleyway the fence has to stay 5 feet back, and nothing may be built on land covered by a city easement.
Can I use reclaimed or salvaged wood?
Not under the current ordinance. It requires weather resistant material consisting of new wood, metal or vinyl.
My gas meter would end up inside the fence. Does that matter?
Yes. The fence needs a gate with a bottom clearance of at least 3 inches and latching hardware accessible from both sides. Building a fence around a meter also counts as the landowner’s permission for city employees and utility providers to enter the enclosed area, for meter reading and similar purposes.
Is barbed wire allowed in Cavalier?
Not in any residential zone. In a commercial or industrial zone it is permitted only as part of a chain link enclosure, and it must sit at least 6 feet above ground level.
What holds a fence straight through a Cavalier winter?
Post depth and how each post is set. This far north the frost drives deep, and a shallow footing lifts a little each spring until the line goes crooked and the gates stop closing.
Do you offer fence repair in Cavalier?
Yes. Cavalier’s fence ordinance treats a fence or wall left in a weakened or structurally deficient condition as a public nuisance that the city may abate. This far north, that weakness usually starts at the posts, when frost lifts a shallow footing a little each spring. See our fence repair page for how the work is done.
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