Pergolas, play sets and carports in Alexandria, VA
Arbors, trellises and pergolas may stand in any yard if no more than 10 ft tall and 80% open. Play equipment may go in any yard except the primary front yard.
A person last checked these rules on October 20, 2026. This is guidance only, so confirm with Alexandria before you build.
The details
- A trellis over 6 ft tall and 15 ft long, or attached to a fence, follows the fence rules.High confidence
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Common questions
- Do pergolas, play equipment and carports need permits in Alexandria?
- Arbors, trellises and pergolas may stand in any yard if no more than 10 ft tall and 80% open. Play equipment may go in any yard except the primary front yard.
Sources
- City of Alexandria Zoning Ordinance §§ 7-101, 7-202, 7-801, 7-1101, 7-1102 (Municode, Supp. 103). Checked 2026-10-21
[7-202(A)] Arbors, trellises and pergolas, provided that such structures: (a) Shall not exceed ten feet in height... (c) Shall remain 80 percent open... (10) Walls which do not exceed two feet in height... (12) Structures or mechanical equipment associated …
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