I don't know if you work for codes or not but they have this code on their online site where you look up codes for Nashville. You might want to check that before you jump into this discussion. I can copy and paste the code if you need to see it or you can just look it up like I did on Metro Nashville's site. Thanks for your opinion.

Sir, yes I am an employee of Codes and Building Safety. While I am not familiar with the code you are referencing - the Code of Laws in which we follow for fencing requirements is Code 16.04.200 - Fences:

(Prior code § 11-1-17.3)

16.04.200 - Fences. Added   
Fences shall be constructed in accordance with the requirements of this code. The location and height of fences shall be controlled by the metropolitan zoning regulations, except for the following additional requirements.

A. In all zoning districts, electric fences are expressly prohibited, unless the property satisfies all of the requirements of Section 17.16.330 of the metropolitan zoning code regarding the keeping of domestic animals/wildlife on the property and all necessary permits have been issued.

B. In all zoning districts, no fence otherwise permitted under this code shall be erected with barbs or sharp projections on top of such fence, unless it is five feet or more from a property line or more than seven feet above grade and projecting inward, provided that the following two exceptions shall apply:

1. In all residential zoning districts, barbed wire and razor wire fencing shall be prohibited unless the property satisfies all of the requirements of Section 17.16.330 of the metropolitan zoning code regarding the keeping of domestic animals/wildlife on the property and all necessary permits have been issued.

2. In non-residential zoning districts, the use of barbed or razor wire below seven feet on a fence along any property line is prohibited, unless erected to contain animals under the conditions set forth in subsection B.1. above. If a fence is erected along any sidewalk in the urban services district, no more than a single strand of barbed wire may be placed on the top of the fence over seven feet high.

C. Except as otherwise provided in the metropolitan zoning code, fences shall be constructed using only the following materials:

1. Woven wire or chain link;

2. Wrought iron;

3. Wood, vinyl, steel, or aluminum slats of no more than one inch by six inches in width hung vertically, horizontally, or diagonally between steel, wood, or vinyl posts no further than ten feet apart;

4. Masonry consisting of brick, concrete block, split-face block, dry-stack stones, or stones and mortar;

5. Plastic or other synthetic material treated in a manner to maintain the fence in good structural condition and with an appearance that is aesthetically compatible with the type of fence it represents;

6. Decorative-type split rail or dry-stack stone may be used for decorative fences.

D. Metal fences shall consist of materials manufactured and/or treated in a manner to prevent rust or corrosion. Wood fences shall be painted, stained or preserved in a manner to maintain the fence in good structural condition. All fences shall be maintained in a manner to preserve the structural integrity and appearance of the fence, including, but not limited to, the replacement of broken boards or sections and preventing paint from peeling.

E. The provisions of subsections C. and D. of this section shall not apply to temporary construction fencing, temporary tree protection fencing, temporary festival fencing, fencing around a place of incarceration, or to any fence located on property in the AR, AG, R80 or RS80 zoning districts as designated on the official zoning map of the metropolitan government.

If you have another Code which states which way wooden fencing shall be erected, then I am unaware of tis Code. I will be happy to check further in our Zoning Ordinance - but if you would be so kind to provide this code to me, it would be appreciated.

The neighbor in violation of the 3 codes I first posted on here is very wealthy and has connections with the Nashville politicians. I never really expected anything to be done. They still have a bush at the street that grows up and blocks our view when backing out. They still feed a skunk. We pulled the boards off that they nailed from their fence to our trees.

Since the brush pile is at the street and waiting for Public Works chipper service to pick up there's no jurisdiction that department of Codes and Building safety @#$%.. If passersby view is being blocked you can call the department of traffic and parking and they will be able to cite this owner. Further there is nothing that we can do regarding a property owner feeding the wildlife. I do not know who the property owner is and I'm very sorry that we have not been able to assist you with the issues and concerns you have regarding this neighbor. If this property was in violation of any of our codes we would cite the owner immediately.

I don't see how you got "brush pile" out of a bush growing so large it blocks our view backing out of our drive but since you mentioned "brush pile", that reminds me of when the neighbor brought their limbs over into our yard and put them on our brush pile. Our "brush pile" was not picked up by metro so we moved it back into our yard and paid a tree service to haul them off when they trimmed some trees for us. I didn't complain on here about the neighbor putting their brush in our yard. As for feeding skunks, causing them to hang around our home, I am surprised that is not against any ordinance. If there is no ordinance against feeding "wildlife" is there an open season on shooting skunks?

Sir a brush pile at the street is waiting for chipper service. If this pile as well as grass or weeds is growing up in this pile and is creating a safety hazard for passers by then you would need yo contact traffic and Parking. This is their jurisdiction. Anytime brush or limbs are placed at the street which you had indicated Codes has no jurisdiction. Please contact Duane Marshal at Traffic and Parking.

Codes has no jurisdiction over wildlife.

Ma'am, I don't really know how to make it any more clear. There is no "brush pile". A bush (no "r"), that grows on our joint property line grew so large that we could not see if it was clear to back out of our drive. I am beginning to see how this works. I apologize for bringing you into this conversation. I mistook this site for a place to resolve neighborhood problems. I will try not to bother you any more. Thanks.

You are correct as you had not made it clear. If there are brush piles on a property and not at the street it will need to be removed by the owner. Call 615 862 6590 and submit the address and be specific as to where it is located and Codes will cite the owner to remove.

Not that it helps to post any problems on here but I wonder if it is within Metro Codes to live in a motor home parked on the street. They have been living in it since before Christmas 2017 and it is now March of 2018. Just wondered if Metro has a problem with people living on the street in a large motor home.

Bill, Codes and Building Safety only has jurisdiction on private properties. If such a motor home/trailer/RV was on a private property and being used for living purposes - yes - it would be in violation of our Property Standards Code...however - you stated this vehicle was parked on a public right-of-way - which Codes has no jurisdiction. I would suggest you contact the Metro Police Department to see if they may have a code which can assist. IF this vehicle is not operable - or has expired tags - Codes and Building Safety could tag the vehicle for removal. Otherwise we have no jurisdiction. Also, at anytime you are welcome to call our offices at 615-862-6590 to report any issues you feel may be in violation of the Property Standards Code.