Short answer: 76 FENCE West Chester installs commercial and industrial fencing in West Chester, PA and nearby townships: security perimeters, ornamental steel frontage, chain link for yards and warehouses, dumpster enclosures, and HOA common-area fencing. We confirm the zoning district’s height limits, file the permit, and schedule work around your operating hours.
Commercial fence projects in West Chester, PA run on different constraints than backyard jobs. The fence has to satisfy a zoning district rather than a residential one, often while a business stays open, trucks keep moving and customers still need a clear way in. From downtown storefronts in the borough to office and corporate parks along Routes 100 and 202 and the Exton commercial corridor, our team plans around the site’s traffic as much as its property lines.
Who do we build commercial fencing for?
Property managers, business owners, associations and institutions. Each tends to need something different from the same fence line.
Offices and business parks
Ornamental steel or aluminum at the frontage for a finished look, chain link along back lot lines, and gates that control after-hours access.
Warehouses and industrial yards
Galvanized or black vinyl-coated chain link and security fencing around storage, equipment and loading areas, with wide gates for trucks.
Restaurants and retail
Dumpster enclosures, screening for mechanical equipment, and patio or outdoor dining perimeters that look like part of the building.
HOAs, schools and fields
Pool and playground fencing, athletic field perimeters, and split rail or aluminum along common open space.
How tall can a commercial fence be?
Taller than a residential fence in many districts, but the limit depends on the municipality and the zoning district. These are examples from codes we reviewed.
| Municipality and district | Height in required yards | Note |
|---|---|---|
| West Chester Borough, NC, TC and CS districts | 6 ft in side and rear yards | Over 6 ft in a front yard only if the upper part is mostly open |
| West Chester Borough, IS and ID industrial | 8 ft | Over-limit fences may be a conditional use |
| West Goshen, non-residential | 10 ft side and rear | Permit required for every fence; building permit at 8 ft or more |
| East Whiteland, industrial | 8 ft | Permit for any fence over 4 ft; none within 10 ft of the front lot line |
| West Whiteland (Exton) | 6 ft, with the portion above 6 ft at least 50% non-opaque | Absolute maximum 12 ft |
Codes change and districts vary block to block, so we confirm the current rule for your parcel before design. Our permit guide covers the residential side, and the Exton page and West Goshen page have local detail.
Which materials hold up on a commercial site?
Steel and chain link for strength and security, aluminum where appearance leads and impact risk is low, vinyl and wood mainly for screening.
Ornamental steel gives a business park or campus a finished frontage with real resistance to climbing and impact. Galvanized chain link remains the practical choice for long industrial perimeters, and black vinyl-coated chain link softens the look where neighbors or customers see it. For screening equipment or waste areas, vinyl needs little upkeep. We match the material to what each side of the property faces rather than running one product around the whole site.
How do you keep a business running during installation?
By phasing the work, keeping entrances open, and agreeing on hours before the crew arrives.
- Site walk with the manager. We map entrances, delivery routes, fire lanes and anything that cannot be blocked, even briefly.
- Permits and utilities. We file the municipal permit and place the PA One Call request three to ten business days before digging. Commercial sites often have private lines for lighting, irrigation or signage that 811 does not mark, so site plans help.
- Phased install. Sections near entrances go in during low-traffic hours, and gates are hung before temporary openings are closed.
- Handover. We walk the finished fence, gates and locks with whoever is responsible for the property.
Do you handle gates and access control?
Yes. We install manual swing and slide gates as well as automatic gates for lots that need to open and close on schedule.
For trash areas, our dumpster enclosure service covers screening that meets the hauler’s needs. Associations needing common-area fences can also see HOA services.
What about warranty and payment for commercial projects?
We offer and honor manufacturer warranty coverage on every fence we install, for businesses as well as homeowners.
We accept ACH, debit, credit and cryptocurrency. To arrange a site visit, call or text 484-999-0965 with the property address and a short description of the work.
Walk the fence line with us.
A free on-site estimate in West Chester, PA and the surrounding townships. We check the rules for your street, handle the permit and HOA paperwork, and call PA One Call before we dig.
Sources & references
- West Chester Borough Zoning § 112-804
- West Goshen Township Ordinance 12-2024
- East Whiteland Township Code § 200-93
- West Whiteland Township Code § 325-29
Codes and ordinances change. This page is general information, not legal advice; confirm requirements with your municipality.