ASTM F3684-24

• Abstract:

  SIGNIFICANCE AND USE; 5.1 The Primary Function of a Tennis Court Perimeter Enclosure is to keep tennis balls in and uninvited traffic out. It also serves as a barrier to prevent players from colliding with fixed objects and spectators. It prevents players from running onto irregular or slippery surfaces or into dangerous adjacent areas. Enclosures need to respond to secondary functional requirements, including; spectator viewing, screening the court from wind and visual distractions outside the court, and be as open and welcoming as security considerations permit. Tennis courts were once surrounded by a 10 ft (3050 mm) to 12 ft (3660 mm) high fence. In cases where security or dangerous adjacent conditions are an issue, this type of enclosure is still popular, but in most cases, tennis fences are a variety of heights and can accommodate lights, shade shelters, gates for players and maintenance, and can have completely open portions of the perimeter that lead to decks, grandstands or landscaping. ; 5.2 The Intended Use of This Guide is to identify the specific functions and qualities desired of a tennis enclosure and offer recommendations on how to achieve them with a chain link fence, or other enclosure, for different type of tennis courts. Although this standard is focused on chain link fencing that makes up the majority of tennis enclosures, many of the recommendations are applicable to other traditional and new fencing options for tennis court enclosures that are available on the market. This Standard is intended primarily to guide those responsible for, or concerned with, the layout and design of perimeter enclosures for both private and public tennis courts, and where other standards may not apply.; SCOPE; 1.1 This guide provides design recommendations that promote quality construction and aim to reduced maintenance of tennis court enclosures. This guide informs those interested in the design, layout and maintenance of tennis court fencing on the many details and features of such enclosures. This standard describes various types of fence fabric and framework material that are available and refers to other useful resource material for designing better-quality tennis court enclosures. ; 1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard. ; 1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. ; 1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 31-Jan-2024
• Technical Committee: F08 - Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities
• Drafting Committee: F08.66 - Sports Facilities

Overview

ASTM F3684-24: Standard Guide for Tennis Court Fencing and Other Perimeter Enclosures provides comprehensive recommendations for the design, layout, construction, and maintenance of tennis court enclosures. Developed by ASTM International, this guide aims to promote quality construction practices, reduce maintenance requirements, and address the critical functions of perimeter fencing-keeping tennis balls contained, improving player safety, and managing access. Although the primary focus is on chain link fencing, the standard's principles are relevant to a wide range of traditional and modern fencing systems for both private and public tennis courts.

Key Topics

• Primary Functions of Tennis Court Enclosures

  • Prevent tennis balls from leaving the play area
  • Keep uninvited traffic, including people and animals, out
  • Safeguard players from colliding with fixed objects or spectators
  • Act as a barrier against hazardous or slippery adjacent areas

• Design and Layout Considerations

  • Recommendations on optimal fence heights and configurations
  • Strategies for accommodating spectator viewing and accessibility
  • Approach to integrating gates, lighting, and shade structures
  • Guidance for open versus fully-enclosed perimeters in varying facility contexts

• Types of Fencing and Materials

  • Focus on chain link fencing, including guidance on mesh size, coatings, and structural components
  • Applicability of alternative enclosures, like welded wire mesh, netting, and various panel systems
  • Tips on material durability, weather resistance, and system longevity

• Safety and Security

  • Ensuring barriers minimize player injury risk
  • Design recommendations for security-sensitive locations
  • Considerations for proximity to vehicular traffic or hazardous adjacent areas

• Maintenance and Life-Cycle Awareness

  • Features that facilitate easy access for routine maintenance and future upgrades
  • Suggestions for replacement planning and environmental considerations

Applications

The practical applications of ASTM F3684-24 are vital for a range of professionals involved in the construction and management of tennis facilities, including:

• Sports Facility Designers and Architects: Guidance on integrating fencing into facility layouts, whether for residential, club, or stadium courts.
• Contractors and Builders: Recommendations for robust construction practices, material selection, and installation techniques for tennis court fences to ensure durability and reduced maintenance.
• Facility Managers and Owners: Best practices for maintenance, modifications, and upgrades to perimeter enclosures, including adapting enclosures for evolving security or functional needs.
• Access and Safety Compliance: Ensuring court enclosures meet local building codes, ADA standards for player and wheelchair accessibility, and international best practices.
• Public and Private Tennis Facility Stakeholders: Customizable solutions for various court types-standalone, multi-court batteries, or court complexes-improving safety, aesthetics, and usability.

Related Standards

In addition to ASTM F3684-24, several other ASTM standards and industry resources offer valuable guidance for tennis court fencing and similar sports facility enclosures:

• ASTM A392: Specification for Zinc-Coated Steel Chain-Link Fence Fabric
• ASTM F567: Practice for Installation of Chain-Link Fence
• ASTM F1043 & F1083: Specifications for steel posts and galvanized pipe for fence frameworks
• ASTM F626: Specification for fence fittings
• ASTM F668: Specification for polymer-coated steel chain link fabric
• USTA & ASBA Manuals: Tennis Courts: A Construction & Maintenance Manual

These related standards collectively ensure that tennis court fencing systems are designed, constructed, and maintained in accordance with the highest international standards for quality, safety, and performance.

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ASTM F3684-24 sets the benchmark for functional, safe, and durable tennis court enclosures, with broad practical value for the entire sports facility design and construction community. By following its recommendations, facilities can optimize player safety, enhance spectator experience, and ensure long-lasting, cost-effective performance of perimeter fencing systems.

This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: F3684 − 24
Standard Guide for
Tennis Court Fencing and Other Perimeter Enclosures
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F3684; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
INTRODUCTION
Fencing, enclosures and barriers can be used to delineate an activity area, directing flow of users,
control access and egress of persons, animals, or machinery. In tennis, it plays a significant role in
keeping the balls in the playing area. The decision of what type of perimeter enclosure to introduce
and to what extent the perimeter should be enclosed, will have a great impact on the playability, level
of security, exposure to hazards and aesthetics of the facility.
Although the roots of tennis may date back to the 16th century, it is the 1870s when it became
popular in Europe and America. In 150 years, there has been a great variety of perimeter enclosures
of tennis courts; from solid walls, trellises with fabric, to netting and welded wire mesh, but the most
common of tennis court enclosures has been chain link fencing (CLF). This Standard offers guidance
that applies to all types of enclosures, including chain link fencing.
1. Scope 2. Referenced Documents
1.1 This guide provides design recommendations that pro- 2.1 ASTM Standards:
mote quality construction and aim to reduced maintenance of A392 Specification for Zinc-Coated Steel Chain-Link Fence
tennis court enclosures. This guide informs those interested in Fabric
the design, layout and maintenance of tennis court fencing on A491 Specification for Aluminum-Coated Steel Chain-Link
the many details and features of such enclosures. This standard Fence Fabric
describes various types of fence fabric and framework material A824 Specification for Metallic-Coated Steel Marcelled
that are available and refers to other useful resource material Tension Wire for Use With Chain Link Fence
for designing better-quality tennis court enclosures. F537 Specification for Design, Fabrication, and Installation
of Fences Constructed of Wood and Related Materials
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
F552 Terminology Relating to Chain Link Fencing
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
F567 Practice for Installation of Chain-Link Fence
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
F626 Specification for Fence Fittings
and are not considered standard.
F668 Specification for Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Polyolefin
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
and Other Polymer-Coated Steel Chain Link Fence Fabric
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
F900 Specification for Industrial and Commercial Steel
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
Swing Gates
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
F934 Specification for Standard Colors for Polymer-Coated
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Chain Link Fence Materials
1.4 This international standard was developed in accor-
F1043 Specification for Strength and Protective Coatings on
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
Steel Industrial Fence Framework
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
F1083 Specification for Pipe, Steel, Hot-Dipped Zinc-
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
Coated (Galvanized) Welded, for Fence Structures
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
F1345 Specification for Zinc-5 % Aluminum-Mischmetal
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Alloy-Coated Steel Chain-Link Fence Fabric
F1664 Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) and
This guide is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports
Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
Subcommittee F08.66 on Sports Facilities. contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
Current edition approved Feb. 1, 2024. Published March 2024. DOI: 10.1520/ Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
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Other Conforming Organic Polymer-Coated Steel Tension chain link fence, or other enclosure, for different type of tennis
Wire Used with Chain-Link Fence courts. Although this standard is focused on chain link fencing
F2453 Specification for Welded Wire Mesh Fence Fabric that makes up the majority of tennis enclosures, many of the
(Metallic-Coated or Polymer Coated) for Meshes of 6 in. recommendations are applicable to other traditional and new
[3871 mm ] or Less, in Panels or Rolls, with Uniform
fencing options for tennis court enclosures that are available on
Meshes the market. This Standard is intended primarily to guide those
F2919 Specification for Welded Wire Mesh Fence Fabric
responsible for, or concerned with, the layout and design of
(Metallic-Coated or Polymer Coated) with Variable Mesh perimeter enclosures for both private and public tennis courts,
2 2
Patterns or Meshes Greater than 6 in. [3871 mm ] in
and where other standards may not apply.
Panels
2.2 Chain Link Fence Manufacturers Institute: 6. Tennis – Perimeter Enclosure Considerations
WLG 2445 Chain Link Fence Wind Load Guide for the
6.1 Layout—According to the United States Tennis Associa-
Selection of Line Post and Line Post Spacing
tion (USTA), the preferred environment for tennis is one with
2.3 United States Tennis Association (USTA) and American
the least amount of fencing required to meet the functional
Sports Builders Association (ASBA):
needs and address the site-related challenges. There are many
Tennis Courts: A Construction & Maintenance
variables in the layout of tennis enclosures. The playing area of
Manual (2021, updated every 3 to 4 years)
a tennis court can be different sizes. It can be hard or soft.
Tennis courts can be stand-alone, adjacent or in batteries of
3. Terminology
multiple courts. Some courts can be completely enclosed while
3.1 Definitions—See Terminology F552 for definitions of
others may be open along the sidelines. The site conditions
chain link fence terms used in this Guide.
may impact the fencing requirements. Every facility has a
unique set of requirements, and that could impact the enclosure
4. Summary of this Guide
layout. Not all court enclosures may be simple rectangles.
4.1 This standard offers recommendations for perimeter
Many courts feature diagonally cut corners. These have the
enclosures of outdoor tennis courts; including, Layout (6.1),
advantages of reducing the footprint and amount of enclosure,
Heights (6.2), Strength (6.3), System Properties (6.4), Struc-
strengthening the enclosure against wind loads, eliminating
tural Frame Components (6.5), Sleeves (6.5.1.3), Bracing
hard-to-maintain corners, and aesthetically, breaking up the
(6.5.1.4), Fabric (6.6), Gates (6.7), Additional Loads – Acces-
long fence line on a battery of courts. The USTA suggests that
sories (6.8), Installation (7), and Grounding (7.5), where other
diagonal fence not intrude into the area inside a radius of 16 ft
standards may not apply. Be sure to check State Construction
3 in. (4955 mm) from the corner of the tennis court.
Codes and Municipal Ordinances for specific regulations that
6.1.1 Court Sizes:
may apply.
6.1.1.1 78 ft Court is the traditional, full-sized court that
5. Significance and Use measures 36 ft (10 970 mm) by 78 ft (23 770 mm) with overall
playing areas that ranges from the ITF recommended minimum
5.1 The Primary Function of a Tennis Court Perimeter
of 56 ft (17 070 mm) by 114 ft (34 750 mm) to as much as 80
Enclosure is to keep tennis balls in and uninvited traffic out. It
ft (24 380 mm) by 140 ft (42 670 mm) for stadium courts. The
also serves as a barrier to prevent players from colliding with
most common size is 60 ft (18 290 mm) by 120 ft (36 580
fixed objects and spectators. It prevents players from running
mm). That has a perimeter of 340 linear ft (103 630 mm) for
onto irregular or slippery surfaces or into dangerous adjacent
the smallest court to 440 linear ft (134 110 mm) for the largest,
areas. Enclosures need to respond to secondary functional
and 360 linear ft (10 970 mm) for the most common court.
requirements, including; spectator viewing, screening the court
6.1.1.2 60 ft Court was first introduced to 10-and-under
from wind and visual distractions outside the court, and be as
play, but now is used more widely. It is referred to as the 60 ft
open and welcoming as security considerations permit. Tennis
court and measures 27 ft (8230 mm) by 60 ft (18 290 mm),
courts were once surrounded by a 10 ft (3050 mm) to 12 ft
with a playing area of 47 ft (14 330 mm) by 88 ft (26 820 mm).
(3660 mm) high fence. In cases where security or dangerous
The perimeter of the court is 270 linear ft (82 300 mm).
adjacent conditions are an issue, this type of enclosure is still
popular, but in most cases, tennis fences are a variety of heights 6.1.1.3 36 ft Court was initially introduced for 8-and-Under
play. It is referred as the 36 ft court that measures 18 ft (5490
and can accommodate lights, shade shelters, gates for players
and maintenance, and can have completely open portions of the mm) by 36 ft (10 970 mm) with an overall playing area of 34
ft (10 360 mm) by 56 ft (17 070 mm). The perimeter of the
perimeter that lead to decks, grandstands or landscaping.
court is 180 linear ft (82 300 mm).
5.2 The Intended Use of This Guide is to identify the
6.1.2 Fence Configurations—The tennis court enclosure is
specific functions and qualities desired of a tennis enclosure
commonly made up of baseline and sideline fences. Each has
and offer recommendations on how to achieve them with a
its functions and particular characteristics, and each differs on
the 78 ft, 60 ft and 36 ft courts.
Available from Chain Link Fence Manufacturers Institute, 10015 Old Columbia
6.1.2.1 Baseline Fence is at the back of the tennis court,
Road, Suite B-215, Columbia, MD 21046, http://www.chainlinkinfo.org.
parallel with the court baselines. For 78 ft courts, the baseline
Available from American Sports Builders Association, 2331 Rock Spring Rd.,
Forest Hill, MD 21050, www.sportsbuilders.org. fence is commonly between 8 ft (2440 mm) and 10 ft (3050
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mm) high. For 60 ft courts, the recommended height is 6 ft enough space to maintain 12 ft clear distance between sidelines
(1830 mm) and 5 ft (1525 mm) for the 36 ft courts and some and the nearest fixed object in the fence line.
grass courts.
6.1.3.3 Multi-Court Batteries are the most economical
model and therefore popular in facilities that have tight budgets
6.1.2.2 Sideline Fence is parallel to the court sidelines and
for both construction and maintenance. Multi-court batteries
varies the most in height and configuration. It typically
are also the most common arrangement of University’s courts.
includes both high and low fencing, transitional fencing and
The most common distance from sidelines to sideline is 12 ft
portions of the fence line that may be left entirely open. On a
(3660 mm), but as little as 10 ft (3050 mm) is occasionally left
78 ft court, 20 ft (6100 mm) to 40 ft (12 190 mm) on either side
in very tight conditions. Between sidelines, a distance of 9 ft
of the net line may be low fencing or no fencing at all. The 20
(2745 mm) is suggested from sideline to a suspended divider
ft (6100 mm) to 40 ft (12 190 mm) of the sideline fence nearest
net. That is why the distance between adjacent court sidelines
each corner is typically high fence, with or without a transition
is between 10 ft (3050 mm) and 18 ft (5490 mm).
section to join the top of the high fence to the low fence. On 36
ft and 60 ft courts, the sideline fence usually runs the entire
NOTE 1—With tight spacing, a 5-court battery can be built in the same
length of the sideline. This zone varies the most in height. It
area as 4 adjacent courts with divider fences.
could remain open or often has a fence anywhere between 42
6.1.4 Location of the courts on a site may play a major role
in. high to a height matching the backdrop, depending on site
in determining the nature of the enclosure.
conditions. For typical applications, 42 in. (1070 mm) is
6.1.4.1 Open Sites—Where site conditions are supportive,
popular.
the perimeter may require only backstops. This is most
6.1.2.3 Backstop is the high fencing behind the baseline. On
common on high end residential tennis courts and sometimes
78 ft courts, it also includes between 20 ft (6100 mm) and 40
for exhibition and grandstand courts.
ft (12 190 mm) of the sideline enclosures, nearest the corners.
6.1.4.2 Challenging Topography—Tennis courts are large
Even most open schemes include a backstop.
flat surfaces. In most cases, the site has to be graded substan-
6.1.2.4 Divider Fence is a shared fence between adjacent
tially to allow for the courts. In some cases, retaining walls are
courts. If included, the International Tennis Federation (ITF)
required to deal with the changes in elevation. Although
recommended minimum distance from the court sideline to the
retaining walls are sometimes incorporated into the tennis court
fence is 10 ft (3050 mm), while 12 ft (3660 mm) is preferred.
perimeter enclosure, they are not particularly compatible with
The divider fence is commonly 42 in. (1070 mm) or greater in
tennis play. Unlike CLF, balls rebound off walls back into the
height.
playing area, causing a distraction. Walls are also unforgiving
6.1.2.5 Transition—A Vertical Transition fence section is
when run into. It is preferred that the retaining walls remain
sometimes introduced to link the high fence to a low fence on
beyond the court fence enclosure.
78 ft courts. This is most often a straight, diagonal line
6.1.4.3 Adjacent Dangers—In cases where sidelines are
transition, but some courts include curves or other unique
adjacent to land uses that could be dangerous for a player to
transitions. The transition is commonly initiated 20 ft (6100
overrun into, consider introducing high, continuous sideline
mm) from the corner and is typically 10 ft (3050 mm) to 16 ft
enclosures to stop balls and avoid having players fetching stray
long (4880 mm). The Horizontal Transition, most commonly
shots on dangerous terrain. In the case of roadway and parking
referred to as a “cut corner” and is a 45° fence section from the
area, additional barriers such as guard rails, Jersey barriers and
baseline to the sideline. The 36 ft and 60 ft courts do not
bollards might be required to protect players and spectators
typically employ transitions.
from vehicle accessing the play and spectator areas. Fences
alone are rarely effective protection against large vehicles.
6.1.3 Court Combinations—The most common residential
court is a stand-alone court. The popular court arrangement for
6.1.4.4 Adjacent Sports—In country clubs, community
clubs is Two Adjoining Courts and the typical grouping of
parks, schools and universities, various sports are often
school and many park courts is Multi-Court Batteries.
grouped together. Some, such as golf courses, baseball fields,
soccer and football fields can impact the play on the tennis
6.1.3.1 Stand-Alone Courts include residential courts, exhi-
courts by having balls fly on to the courts. Netting, as high as
bition courts, grandstand courts and stadium courts. Their
60 ft (18.30 m) is introduced between the tennis courts and the
fences are designed for spectator viewing or an open
adjacent sports to prevent the intrusion. This is usually done
appearance, or both. Residential courts are likely to have both
outside the chain link fence line.
vertical transitions and cut corners, while the competition
courts generally avoid them. 6.1.4.5 Elevated Courts—Some choose to build tennis
courts on rooftops. It may be one or more stories in the air and
6.1.3.2 Two Adjoining Courts that share a divider fence are
retrieving tennis balls could be a chore. The perimeter enclo-
popular in clubs. They often utilize both vertical and horizontal
sures are often 12 ft high and extended another 4 ft to 8 ft with
transitions and may have interrupted sideline fences to make
suspended netting to catch stray balls, preventing their escape.
room for shade shelters. Although combinations of two courts
6.1.5 Types of Court Surfaces—Grass, Hard, Sand-Filled
is the most popular, three or more adjacent courts can be
Synthetic Turf, Clay, Fastdry and Tiles.
grouped together. Because the ITF/USTA preferred distance
from sidelines to fixed objects is 12 ft (3660 mm), the distance 6.1.5.1 Hard Courts include concrete slabs and asphalt
between adjacent court sidelines, with a divider fence, is
pavement with an acrylic surfacing system, cushioned acrylic
typically between 24 ft 4 in. (7420 mm) and 26 ft (7930 mm); systems or poured urethane surfaces. Although hard courts
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typically include 10 ft (3050 mm) backstops, in 2022, the Any accessory may have a direct impact on the strength and
USTA considered an 8 ft (2440 mm) high fence adequate for durability of the enclosure and the design of the system should
most projects. take these items into consideration. It is common to mount
electric fixtures, such as scoreboards, outlets and lights on
6.1.5.2 Soft Courts include clay, fastdry, and infilled syn-
independent supports in fear of short-circuits electrifying the
thetic turf courts. These courts typically have 8 ft (2440 mm)
metal portions of the enclosure.
high backstops.
6.1.7.6 Accommodation—The designer should be sure that
6.1.5.3 Grass Courts play fast when they are pristine and
completed court enclosures allow for regular maintenance,
slower when they are worn. Traditionally, grass courts have
including access of vehicles near to the courts. The designer
backstops as low as a 5 ft height. Often, only the perimeter of
should consider the needs of future repairs, renovation, recon-
the entire grass area has a fixed fence, while the individual
struction and even the demolition and disposal of materials in
courts are divided with suspended netting or movable fence
the design of the courts and access options.
systems, allowing easy grass maintenance. It is not uncommon
for grass courts to have oversized overruns to insure that a full 6.1.7.7 Other Sources—For more detailed information re-
30 ft (9.15 m) by 60 ft (18.30 m) of grass is exposed to the garding the layout of tennis courts, refer to “Tennis Courts: A
same direct sunlight. Construction & Maintenance Manual” a joint publication of the
USTA and ASBA.
6.1.5.4 Other Courts include Artificial Clay, Artificial
Grass, Carpet, and Modular surfaces. Each has particular
6.2 Heights of tennis court enclosures can vary based on all
playing characteristics with respect to ball speed and ball
the layout (see above). Heights commonly use:
bounce. Some many resemble the performance of a hard court,
12 ft+ (3050 mm+) Where areas outside the court are inaccessible or
others can be similar to clay courts. In most cases, the fencing
dangerous.
is similar to that of hard courts. 10 ft (3050 mm) Traditional for hard court backstops and where
property lines, roadway and adjacent functions
6.1.6 Security plays a major role in the height of tennis
require a high fence.
fences. If security is a primary issue, consider using a fence
8 ft (2440 mm) May be adequate for most courts. Traditional for
soft court backstops and where the above
that is 7 ft (2130 mm) or higher. In these cases, addressing the
conditions do not apply.
security concerns in one continuous fence line around the
6 ft (1525 mm) 60 ft Court backstops
perimeter of the facility, rather than at each tennis court battery
5 ft (1525 mm) Grass Courts, 36 ft Court backstops
A
separately, may be preferred. 42 in. (1070 mm) Sidelines, and other low fencing applications
A
It is recommended that the low fences be guardrail height. If spectator seating is
6.1.7 Other Considerations—Dividers, Windscreens, Ex-
provided along the fence, it is recommended that the fence be omitted or that the
tended Netting, Removable Enclosures, and Other Accessories.
seating is raised such that sight lines over the 42 in. high fence are improved.
6.1.7.1 Dividers—When full-size courts are placed adjacent
6.3 Strength—A tennis court enclosure should be strong
to each other, they can share a common fence between them.
enough to stop a player without being damaged and designed
Most Dividers are similar to an outside sideline fence, except
to resist lateral wind loads that are established by the local
that light poles may be located on the same line and therefore,
codes. For chain-link fences, one popular reference is the
interrupt the fence line in as many as four locations.
Chain Link Fence Wind Load Guide for Selection of Line Posts
Sometimes, the divider is netting. This is useful for training/
and Line Post Spacing published by the CLFMI for details
instruction courts. It is common to see at least 16 ft (4.88 m)
regarding the overall strength as well as the strength of the
between sidelines where divider nets are used. The USTA
components. If windscreens, canopies or other accessories will
recommends 18 ft between courts.
be installed to the fr
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