City of Fort Walton Beach fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Fort Walton Beach? Yes. The City of Fort Walton Beach 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 Fort Walton Beach (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes. Start with your address.
Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- How to apply
- Call 850-833-9605 source
Still being confirmed with Fort Walton Beach: What are the fence height and setback limits for a residential lot, and is there a permit fee?
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Fort Walton Beach
Steps based on fwb.org — faq
- Prepare a survey/site plan marking the fence location and height.
- Apply and upload the survey to the City's online permit system (MGO); confirm details with the Building Division.
- Questions on setbacks: Planning Division, [email protected].
- Call Sunshine 811 at least two full business days before digging.
Who to contact
Building Division
City of Fort Walton Beach
- Phone
- 850-833-9605
- [email protected]
Contact from fwb.org — faq
What to submit
- Application
- Site plan/survey showing property boundaries, setbacks, easements, structures, and fence location and height
Other rules to know
- Permit required for fences or replacement of two or more fence sections; repairs such as a broken rail do not need one.
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 Walton Beach, FL?
Yes. The City of Fort Walton Beach requires a permit before you build a fence.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Fort Walton Beach?
Prepare a survey/site plan marking the fence location and height. Apply and upload the survey to the City's online permit system (MGO); confirm details with the Building Division. Questions on setbacks: Planning Division, [email protected]. 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 Fort Walton Beach (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 Walton Beach?
Building Division, City of Fort Walton Beach. Phone 850-833-9605, email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from the City of Fort Walton Beach's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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