City of Belleview fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Belleview? Yes. The City of Belleview requires a permit before you build a fence.
buildit.dog can turn a fence drawn on an aerial photo of your lot into a complete permit application package for the City of Belleview (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes. Start with your address.
Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Side and rear yards
- 8 ft source
- Front (street) yard
- 4 ft (front yards and side yards fronting improved rights-of-way) source
- Corner lots
- 4 ft in side yards fronting improved rights-of-way; fences over 2.5 ft not allowed in clear visibility areas at intersections or driveways source
- Good side faces
- Freestanding walls and fences must have the finished side facing outward toward improved roadways and public facilities such as schools and parks, unless a waiver is granted. source
- Not allowed
- Electrified fencing (except bona fide agricultural uses in agricultural districts); barbed wire only for security fences in B-4, B-5, M-1, M-2 and GU districts; sheet metal must have all edges surrounded by wood or other approved material. source
- How to apply
- Online portal, in person source
Still being confirmed with Belleview: What is the fence permit fee, and which phone number is current (352-233-2105 or 352-245-7021 ext. 2105)? Is there a numeric setback from lot lines?
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Belleview
Steps based on belleviewfl.org — Fence Permit Brochure
- Complete the Pool, Shed and Fence permit application.
- Attach a drawing of the fence location, height and type with a cross-section, and a survey if required.
- Submit it with the permit fee to the Building Department, 5525 SE 119th St. (Mon-Thu 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.).
- After construction, call the Building Department for the final inspection (calls before 3 p.m. are scheduled the next business day).
- Call Sunshine 811 at least two full business days before digging.
- Paying
- Permit fee amount not stated on the brochure
- Review time
- Not issued over the counter; reviewed by Building, Planning & Zoning and Public Works
- Inspections
- Final inspection after construction
- Permit good for
- 180 days from issuance
Who to contact
Becky Susterka
Building & Planning Specialist
- Phone
- 352-245-7021 ext. 2125
- Hours
- Monday-Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; closed Fridays
- Address
- Building Department, 5525 SE 119th St., Belleview, FL 34420
Contact from belleviewfl.org — Building
What to submit
- Complete fence permit application
- Drawing showing location, height and type of fence with a typical cross-section
- Property survey (less than one year old) if fence is set in permanent pillars or along public rights-of-way
Other rules to know
- Permits are not issued over the counter; reviewed by Building, Planning & Zoning and Public Works.
- Fences may not be within 25 ft of a fire hydrant without written approval from the fire service agency.
- Height measured from original grade closest to the property along the fence line.
- City phone numbers differ between pages: brochure lists 352-233-2105, Building page lists 352-245-7021 ext. 2105.
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 Belleview, FL?
Yes. The City of Belleview requires a permit before you build a fence.
How tall can a fence be in the City of Belleview?
Side and rear yards: 8 ft. Front (street) yard: 4 ft (front yards and side yards fronting improved rights-of-way). Corner lots: 4 ft in side yards fronting improved rights-of-way; fences over 2.5 ft not allowed in clear visibility areas at intersections or driveways.
Which side of the fence has to face the neighbor in the City of Belleview?
Freestanding walls and fences must have the finished side facing outward toward improved roadways and public facilities such as schools and parks, unless a waiver is granted.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Belleview?
Complete the Pool, Shed and Fence permit application. Attach a drawing of the fence location, height and type with a cross-section, and a survey if required. Submit it with the permit fee to the Building Department, 5525 SE 119th St. (Mon-Thu 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.). After construction, call the Building Department for the final inspection (calls before 3 p.m. are scheduled the next business day). Call 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 Belleview (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Belleview?
Becky Susterka, Building & Planning Specialist. Phone 352-245-7021 ext. 2125.
Sources
Summarized from the City of Belleview's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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