City of Maitland fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Maitland? Yes. The City of Maitland requires a permit before you build a fence.
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Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Front (street) yard
- 48 inches for any fence in a front yard (or an approved variance) source
- How to apply
- Online portal source
Still being confirmed with Maitland: What are the maximum side and rear fence heights under LDC Section 5.8 Fence and Wall Standards?
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Maitland
Steps based on itsmymaitland.com — Permit Applications
- Complete and sign the Fence & Wall Permit Sufficiency Checklist.
- Get a certified survey showing property lines, structures and the proposed fence's height and length.
- Apply through Maitland Online Permitting and upload the checklist as AC.pdf with your survey.
- Keep any front-yard fence to 48 inches unless you have a variance.
- Call Sunshine 811 at least two full business days before digging.
Who to contact
Permit Specialists
City of Maitland Community Development
- Phone
- (407) 539-6150
- [email protected]
- Hours
- 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday
- Address
- 1776 Independence Lane, Maitland, FL 32751
Contact from itsmymaitland.com — Applying for a Permit
What to submit
- Signed Fence & Wall Permit Sufficiency Checklist, uploaded as AC.pdf
- Certified survey of the whole property showing property lines, north arrow, dimensions, existing structures and pools, and the height and length of the proposed fence or wall (plus NHWL and wetlands if applicable)
- Footing and wall engineering if a concrete or CMU wall is proposed (digitally signed and sealed)
- Notice of Commencement (NOC.pdf) if the permit is valued over $2,500
Other rules to know
- Attachments must follow the City's document naming convention and must not be secured/locked PDFs.
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 Maitland, FL?
Yes. The City of Maitland requires a permit before you build a fence.
How tall can a fence be in the City of Maitland?
Front (street) yard: 48 inches for any fence in a front yard (or an approved variance).
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Maitland?
Complete and sign the Fence & Wall Permit Sufficiency Checklist. Get a certified survey showing property lines, structures and the proposed fence's height and length. Apply through Maitland Online Permitting and upload the checklist as AC.pdf with your survey. Keep any front-yard fence to 48 inches unless you have a variance. 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 Maitland (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Maitland?
Permit Specialists, City of Maitland Community Development. Phone (407) 539-6150, email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from the City of Maitland's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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