Shelby County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Shelby County are set by each city and town, and by the county for unincorporated areas. Pick your city for height limits, setbacks, fees, step-by-step filing instructions and the person to call.
| Municipality | Permit? | Side/rear max | Front yard | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Alabaster | Ask | Privacy fences/walls 6 1/2 ft max | Front yard of residential districts: only split rail | 205-664-6823 |
| City of Calera | Ask | 6.5 ft max | No fence in the front yard setback of single-family districts | 205-668-3500 |
| City of Chelsea | Ask | — | — | 205-620-6650 |
| City of Columbiana | Ask | — | — | 205-669-5800 |
| City of Montevallo | Ask | — | — | 205-665-2555 x105 |
| City of Pelham | Ask | 7 ft in a required rear yard | 4 ft in a required front yard | 205-620-6495 |
| City of Vincent | Ask | — | — | 205-672-2261 |
| City of Westover | No | — | — | 205-678-3375 |
| Town of Indian Springs Village | Ask | 8 ft max | 6 ft max in a front yard | 205-438-6219 |
| Town of Wilsonville | Ask | — | — | 205-620-6650 |
| Town of Wilton | Ask | — | — | 205-620-6650 |
| Unincorporated Shelby County | Ask | — | — | 205-620-6650 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.