City of Fort Myers fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Fort Myers? Yes. The City of Fort Myers requires a permit before you build a fence.
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Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Side and rear yards
- 6 ft from average ground level (any construction) source
- Front (street) yard
- Picket fences up to 4 ft need a 50% void (75% void up to 6 ft); solid fences must be at least 20 ft from property lines next to a right-of-way source
- Corner lots
- All street frontages of a corner lot are treated as front yards source
- Distance from lot line
- Solid fences at least 20 ft from property lines adjacent to a right-of-way; none in a drainage easement. source
- Not allowed
- Barbed, electrical or razor wire; wire fences in front yards in Residential, Downtown and Midtown zoning districts. source
- How to apply
- In person source
Still being confirmed with Fort Myers: Is the full permit phone number (239) 321-7925, and can fence permits be applied for online?
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Fort Myers
Steps based on fortmyers.gov — Fence Standard Details and Regulations PDF
- Review the City's Fence Standard Details and Regulations and draw your fence on a site plan (Standard Detail F-1).
- Complete the Fence Permit Application & Checklist and call the permit line (321-7925) before starting work.
- Keep side and rear fences to 6 ft and solid fences 20 ft back from street lines.
- Call 1-800-SUNSHINE (Sunshine 811) at least two full business days before digging.
Who to contact
Community Development Department
City of Fort Myers
- Phone
- 321-7925
- Address
- Community Development, 1825 Hendry Street, Suite 101, Fort Myers, FL 33901
Contact from fortmyers.gov — Common Code Violations PDF
What to submit
- Fence Permit Application & Checklist
- Fence site plan (Standard Detail F-1)
Other rules to know
- Only one fence type is allowed in the front yard and no more than three per property.
- Waterfront chain link may extend to the seawall and project 3 ft beyond, max 6 ft.
- Keep utility meters accessible; fences in utility easements are the owner's responsibility during utility work.
Before you dig
Call Sunshine 811 before digging post holes (dial 811 or file online at sunshine811.com) at least two full business days ahead. 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 Fort Myers, FL?
Yes. The City of Fort Myers requires a permit before you build a fence.
How tall can a fence be in the City of Fort Myers?
Side and rear yards: 6 ft from average ground level (any construction). Front (street) yard: Picket fences up to 4 ft need a 50% void (75% void up to 6 ft); solid fences must be at least 20 ft from property lines next to a right-of-way. Corner lots: All street frontages of a corner lot are treated as front yards.
How close to the property line can I put a fence in the City of Fort Myers?
Solid fences at least 20 ft from property lines adjacent to a right-of-way; none in a drainage easement.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Fort Myers?
Review the City's Fence Standard Details and Regulations and draw your fence on a site plan (Standard Detail F-1). Complete the Fence Permit Application & Checklist and call the permit line (321-7925) before starting work. Keep side and rear fences to 6 ft and solid fences 20 ft back from street lines. Call 1-800-SUNSHINE (Sunshine 811) at least two full business days 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 Fort Myers (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Fort Myers?
Community Development Department, City of Fort Myers. Phone 321-7925.
Sources
Summarized from the City of Fort Myers's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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