Commercial Chain Link Fence in Indianapolis
Galvanized and vinyl-coated chain link perimeters for warehouses, yards and commercial lots within 50 miles of Indianapolis 46256.
Chain link is the workhorse of a commercial perimeter. It encloses a lot at a lower cost for the length than any solid fence, keeps the sight lines open so a property stays visible, and repairs in a section when something hits it. Within 50 miles of Indianapolis 46256, we install commercial chain link for yards, lots, and facilities of every size. The same company also fences homes. Free estimates mean we walk the lot and check the rules before anyone orders a roll of mesh.
Why Chain Link Is Still the Standard
Cost for the length. No fence covers more linear feet for less than chain link. On a big lot or a long perimeter, that is what makes it the default.
Visibility. Open mesh keeps the property visible from the street and from inside, which is what most security plans want. You see what is going on rather than hiding it.
Speed of repair. A damaged run is cut out and replaced in a section without rebuilding the whole fence. That keeps a perimeter closed again fast after a hit.
Indianapolis Rules Most People Do Not Know
On commercial and mixed-use property in Indianapolis, chain link is allowed in side and rear yards only. It must be coated in black, brown or dark green vinyl, and it may not use slats. Industrial districts are different: there, chain link is allowed in the front yard as well.
Barbed wire and razor wire are prohibited except to enclose livestock on agricultural property or for public safety at a public facility or correctional institution. So a bare galvanized fence with privacy slats and barbed wire on top, the look a lot of people picture for a commercial lot, is not allowed on an ordinary commercial lot in Indianapolis. It is better to learn that before ordering than after.
Every other town writes its own rules, so check the fence permit guide for the town your lot is in before you plan.
Height
| District | Front yard max | Side & rear max |
|---|---|---|
| C-1, C-3 (commercial) | 3.5 ft | 6 ft |
| C-4 (commercial) | 3.5 ft | 10 ft |
| C-5 (commercial) | 5 ft | 10 ft |
| C-7 (commercial) | 6 ft | 10 ft |
| I-1, I-2 (industrial) | 3.5 ft | 10 ft |
| I-3, I-4 (industrial) | 6 ft | 10 ft |
Screening Without Slats
Where slats are not allowed, screening gets done a different way. One option is to run a solid fence type along the visible frontage. A vinyl or ornamental panel where the fence faces the street, meeting the front-yard height limit, gives the closed look without breaking the chain link rule.
The other option is landscaping. A planted screen along the fence line softens the open mesh and can meet a screening requirement without adding a solid fence at all. Which one fits depends on the lot, the frontage, and the town's rules.
Gates
A chain link perimeter usually needs a gate. Walk gates, wide slide gates for vehicles, and cantilever gates are all built to match the opening. See the custom gates page for the gate types, and the gate automation page if the gate needs an operator.
To scope a chain link perimeter, call (317) 775-2452 or send the form at the top of this page. You can also reach us through the contact page. For higher-security lots, see the related security fencing and temporary fencing pages.
Commercial Chain Link Questions
Is galvanized chain link allowed on a commercial lot in Indianapolis?
On commercial and mixed-use property, chain link must be coated in black, brown or dark green vinyl, so bare galvanized is not allowed there. Industrial districts are different and allow chain link in the front yard too.
Can I put privacy slats in a commercial chain link fence in Indianapolis?
On commercial and mixed-use property, chain link may not use slats. Screening there is done with a solid fence type along the visible frontage, or with landscaping. Industrial districts have different rules.
Is barbed wire allowed on top of a chain link fence?
Barbed wire and razor wire are prohibited in Indianapolis except to enclose livestock on agricultural property or for public safety at a public facility or correctional institution. A bare galvanized fence with privacy slats and barbed wire on top is not allowed on an ordinary commercial lot.
How tall can a chain link fence be on a commercial lot?
It depends on the district. Side and rear fences can reach 6 feet in C-1 and C-3 and 10 feet in C-4, C-5 and C-7. Front yards run from 3.5 to 6 feet. See the fence permit guide for the full list.
Can businesses get the same chain link fence?
Yes. The same company also fences homes. See the residential fencing page for the full list.
How do I get an estimate for a chain link perimeter?
Call (317) 775-2452 or send the form at the top of this page. Estimates are free. See the contact page for hours and email.
Where We Work
We build and repair fences for homes and businesses within about 50 miles of Indianapolis 46256.