Boulder County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Boulder 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 Boulder | No | 7 ft max within 3 ft of property line | — | 303-441-1880 |
| City of Lafayette | Ask | — | — | 303-661-1451 |
| City of Longmont | Yes | 6 ft max | 42 inches max and at least 50% transparent | (303) 651-8332 |
| Town of Lyons | Yes | — | — | 303-823-6622 ext. 25 |
| Town of Nederland | Ask | — | — | (303) 258-3266 |
| Town of Superior | Yes | 6 ft | 4 ft max within the required front yard setback | 303-499-3675 |
| Unincorporated Boulder County | No | 6 ft | — | 303-441-3930 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.