CFI Fence Layout & Property Lines

Question 1

Which document should a fence installer review first to confirm exact property boundaries before beginning layout?

Accepted Answer

A recorded plat or survey map

Answer

HOA architectural guidelines

Answer

The local building permit application

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The fence material specifications sheet

Question 2

What is a 'setback requirement' as it applies to fence installation?

Accepted Answer

The required distance a fence must be placed from a property line or structure

Answer

The minimum depth a fence post must be set in the ground

Answer

The amount of time required between post setting and panel installation

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The maximum height a fence can be before requiring a permit

Question 3

Before excavating post holes, a fence installer must contact which service to prevent hitting underground utilities?

Accepted Answer

811 (Call Before You Dig)

Answer

The local water authority

Answer

The state department of transportation

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The county assessor's office

Question 4

Which tool is most commonly used to establish a straight fence line between two endpoints?

Accepted Answer

A mason's string line

Answer

A plumb bob

Answer

A tape measure

Answer

A post level

Question 5

An easement crossing a property means a fence installer should:

Accepted Answer

Consult the easement terms, as fences may be restricted or require utility company approval

Answer

Automatically avoid placing any fence within 10 feet of the easement

Answer

Install the fence normally since easements only affect buildings

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Request the easement be removed before starting the project

Question 6

Which mathematical method is used in the field to lay out a precise 90-degree corner for a fence?

Accepted Answer

The 3-4-5 triangle method

Answer

The bisecting angle method

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The parallel offset method

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The compass bearing method

Question 7

In most US municipalities, what is the most common maximum height for a residential front-yard fence without requiring a special variance?

Accepted Answer

4 feet

Answer

2 feet

Answer

6 feet

Answer

8 feet