Griffin Fence installs wood privacy fences in Spring, TX — board-on-board privacy fence cedar, shadow box, good neighbor, and horizontal plank styles — for homeowners in Gleannloch Farms and Windrose who want a full-height backyard privacy solution backed by 47 years of Houston-area fence experience.
Privacy fencing is the most requested residential fence type in Spring — and for good reason. Gleannloch Farms and Windrose homeowners want full backyard privacy for pools, outdoor living areas, and yard security. Griffin Fence has installed privacy fences throughout Spring since 1979, with expertise in every style from traditional board-on-board cedar to modern horizontal plank designs.
Griffin Fence is headquartered in Houston — not a national franchise. Our crews know local soil, permits, and HOA requirements.
Wood, iron, chain link, vinyl, aluminum, pool fence, and automated gates — one contractor for every fence need.
We know the specific fence permit requirements for every city and unincorporated Harris, Fort Bend, and Montgomery county area.
Rated 4.5/5across 140 Google Reviews. Most customers find us through neighbor referrals — the highest form of endorsement.
Most residential fence projects are completed in 1–3 days. Free estimates are available within 24 hours of your call.
Call 713-937-6611 or request a quote online. We'll visit your property and provide a written estimate at no charge.
The privacy fence landscape in Spring is shaped by its HOA environment. Gleannloch Farms HOA, Windrose HOA, and Benders Landing Estates HOA all require ARC approval before fence installation Houston, TX. Gleannloch Farms is particularly active in enforcing approved cedar stain colors and fence height limits. Spring Trails and Gosling also have active HOA governance. Griffin Fence navigates every major Spring community's ARC requirements as part of our standard service — we prepare the submission package, confirm stain color approvals, and get your fence plan approved before any installation begins.
| Style | Privacy Level | HOA Acceptance in Spring | Best Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Board-on-Board Cedar (6ft) | 100% — no gaps | Standard in most Spring HOAs | Full backyard privacy, pool enclosure |
| Good Neighbor / Flat Top | 100% — no gaps | Accepted — both sides finish identically | Shared property-line fences |
| Shadow Box Cedar | Near-100% — small staggered gaps | Accepted in most communities | Larger lots where air circulation matters |
| Horizontal Plank Cedar | 100% with tight board spacing | Varies — check your specific HOA | Modern architectural homes |
| Vinyl Privacy (tongue and groove) | 100% where HOA approved | Approved in select Spring communities | Low-maintenance alternative to cedar |
Board-on-board cedar is the dominant privacy fence style across the Houston metro's master-planned communities — and Spring is no exception. Boards are alternated on opposite sides of the horizontal rails, creating a fence that delivers full privacy with no visible gaps while also providing some airflow between alternating boards. The HOA-standard good-neighbor variant ensures both sides of the fence look finished — no "ugly side" facing the neighbor's yard. Griffin Fence installs board-on-board cedar in the specific heights, stain colors, and construction methods required by Spring's HOA communities.
Standard privacy fence height in Spring's HOA communities is typically 6 feet. Some communities allow 7 or 8 feet in specific situations (rear yard, adjacent to commercial property, backing up to a thoroughfare). Front yard privacy fencing is generally more restricted — 3 to 4 feet is more common for front yard installations. Pool privacy enclosures must meet pool Houston fence permit guide requirements regardless of the privacy fence height chosen. Griffin Fence confirms height allowances for your specific address and HOA community during the estimate.
Northern Harris County and southern Montgomery County soils in Spring include both expansive clay zones near creek drainages and sandier loam in higher elevations near the Grand Parkway corridor. Post depth requirements vary by location — Griffin crews assess soil conditions on-site.
Spring experienced significant fence damage from Hurricane Harvey in 2017, particularly along Cypress Creek and Spring Creek corridors where flooding reached historic levels. Hurricane Beryl's 2024 straight-line winds caused widespread damage across Gleannloch Farms and Windrose.
Most of Spring is unincorporated Harris County — which means standard residential fences under 8 feet do not require a county building permit. This is different from the City of Houston or incorporated cities like Jersey Village. However, a portion of Spring addresses fall under Montgomery County jurisdiction, where Montgomery County Permitting (mctx.org | 936-539-7815) requires permits for most residential fencing, with a maximum height of 6 feet 6 inches and a requirement that fences be set on your property rather than on the property line. If your Spring address is in the Grand Parkway (99) corridor heading toward The Woodlands, check your county carefully.
Flood zones exist in parts of Spring along Cypress Creek and Spring Creek drainages. If your property is in a FEMA-designated flood zone, a floodplain development permit is required regardless of whether a standard building permit is needed. MUD (Municipal Utility District) rules may also add requirements — we verify by address.
Houston Note: Houston’s gumbo clay soil and hurricane wind exposure require deeper post footings and galvanized hardware than national minimums.
HOA approval is required in every major Spring master-planned community: Gleannloch Farms, Windrose, Benders Landing Estates, Spring Trails, and Gosling all have ARC committees that must approve fence plans before work begins. Under Texas SB 711 (effective September 1, 2025), these HOAs can still regulate materials, colors, and heights. Replacing an existing fence with identical materials generally does not require new HOA approval under SB 711, but adding a fence where none existed, or changing materials or style, still requires ARC review.
Griffin Fence verifies permit requirements for your specific address during the estimate. Jurisdiction lines shift across the Houston metro — your address may fall under city, county, or MUD rules, and we confirm which before any work begins.
"We've been building fences in the Houston area since 1979 — we know every city's permit office, every HOA's required style, and every neighborhood's soil conditions."— Griffin Fence — Houston, TX
Learn about privacy fence styles at our privacy fence page. Request a free Spring estimate or call 713-937-6611.
Texas HOA law is governed by the Texas Property Code Chapter 204. Harris County homeowners can also consult the Harris County official site for local resources.