Adams County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Adams 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 Brighton | Ask | 6 ft behind front building line | 3 ft solid; 4 ft if at least 50% open | 303-655-2017 |
| City of Commerce City | No | 6 ft | 42 in | 303-289-3790 |
| City of Northglenn | Yes | 8 ft | 42 in | (303) 450-8745 |
| City of Thornton | Ask | 6 ft | 4 ft | 303-538-7295 |
| Town of Bennett | Yes | 6 ft | 4 ft | 303-644-3249 ext. 1032 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.