City of Grand Junction fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Grand Junction? Yes. The City of Grand Junction requires a permit before you build a fence.
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Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Side and rear yards
- 6 ft (open or solid) source
- Front (street) yard
- 48 inches if at least two-thirds open material (chain link, split rail, picket); solid front yard fence limited to 30 inches source
- Corner lots
- Typically a minimum 40-foot sight triangle from the intersection of right-of-way lines; fencing may not be allowed there source
- Not allowed
- Fences may not obstruct motorist vision or create a traffic hazard.
- How to apply
- In person source
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Grand Junction
Steps based on gjcity.org — Fences
- Go to the Planning office at City Hall, 250 N 5th Street (or call 970-244-1430) to apply for a fence permit.
- Staff determine sight distance for corner lots at application and may inspect the property.
- Call 811 before digging.
- Review time
- Permits are usually issued at the time of application
Who to contact
- Phone
- 970-244-1430
- [email protected]
- Address
- Planning office, City Hall, 250 N 5th Street, Grand Junction, CO
Contact from gjcity.org — Fences
Other rules to know
- Permit not required for picket replacement or general maintenance of an existing fence.
- Fences along alleys or on corner lots may need Engineering review.
- Height limits are reviewed by the Board of Appeals.
- Acceptable materials: wire, wrought iron, plastic, wood, and similar-looking materials.
Before you dig
Call 811 before digging post holes so underground utility lines are marked. Find your lot corner markers and keep the fence on your side of the line. Find your lot corner markers and keep the fence on your side of the line. County parcel maps can be off by several feet; if you're not sure where the line is, a licensed land surveyor can stake it.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit to build a fence in the City of Grand Junction, CO?
Yes. The City of Grand Junction requires a permit before you build a fence.
How tall can a fence be in the City of Grand Junction?
Side and rear yards: 6 ft (open or solid). Front (street) yard: 48 inches if at least two-thirds open material (chain link, split rail, picket); solid front yard fence limited to 30 inches. Corner lots: Typically a minimum 40-foot sight triangle from the intersection of right-of-way lines; fencing may not be allowed there.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Grand Junction?
Go to the Planning office at City Hall, 250 N 5th Street (or call 970-244-1430) to apply for a fence permit. Staff determine sight distance for corner lots at application and may inspect the property. Call 811 before digging. buildit.dog can turn a fence drawn on an aerial photo of your lot into a complete permit application package for the City of Grand Junction (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Grand Junction?
Community Development. Phone 970-244-1430, email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from the City of Grand Junction's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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