City of Boynton Beach fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Boynton Beach? Yes. The City of Boynton Beach requires a permit before you build a fence.
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Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Side and rear yards
- 8 ft source
- Front (street) yard
- 4 ft in front of the front building line (including corner lots) source
- Corner lots
- 4 ft in front of the front building line source
- How to apply
- Online portal source
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Boynton Beach
Steps based on boynton-beach.org — Fence Permit
- Mark the fence (red x's) and gates on your survey and fill out the Fence Permit Affidavit.
- Add a utility easement consent agreement if the fence crosses an easement, and before photos of the site.
- Apply through the City's SagesGov permit portal and pay the fee.
- After installation, submit after photos taken from the same angle.
- Call Sunshine 811 at least two full business days before digging.
Who to contact
City of Boynton Beach Building Division
- Phone
- 561-742-6000
- Address
- City Hall, 100 E. Ocean Avenue, Boynton Beach, FL 33435
Contact from boynton-beach.org — Fence Permit
What to submit
- Survey showing fence (red x's) and gate (slash) locations
- Fence Permit Affidavit
- Utility easement consent and removal agreement, if applicable
- Land survey affidavit if the survey is not current
- Photos of the site before and after installation from the same angle
Other rules to know
- Height is measured from finished grade to the top of the fence, excluding columns and posts.
- Full fence rules are in the Land Development Regulations Ch. 3, Art. V, Sec. 2.
- The City recommends checking with your HOA first; its rules may be stricter.
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 Boynton Beach, FL?
Yes. The City of Boynton Beach requires a permit before you build a fence.
How tall can a fence be in the City of Boynton Beach?
Side and rear yards: 8 ft. Front (street) yard: 4 ft in front of the front building line (including corner lots). Corner lots: 4 ft in front of the front building line.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Boynton Beach?
Mark the fence (red x's) and gates on your survey and fill out the Fence Permit Affidavit. Add a utility easement consent agreement if the fence crosses an easement, and before photos of the site. Apply through the City's SagesGov permit portal and pay the fee. After installation, submit after photos taken from the same angle. 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 Boynton 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 Boynton Beach?
City of Boynton Beach Building Division. Phone 561-742-6000.
Sources
Summarized from the City of Boynton Beach's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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